Patient's question:
I am preparing to get pregnant. I often suffer from internal heat in my body, so I usually drink chrysanthemum tea. Can I still drink chrysanthemum tea when I am pregnant?Doctor's answer:
The chrysanthemum tea is sweet and bitter in taste, slightly cold in nature, and can dispel wind, clear heat, cool the liver and brighten the eyes, remove heat and detoxify, and calm liver yang. According to experts, pregnant women can drink chrysanthemum tea, and it has no adverse effects on them. Chrysanthemum does not have other side effects, it is just slightly cold, which is not a problem for pregnant women. Many people say that pregnant women should not drink chrysanthemum tea, because they are afraid that the components of tea will affect iron absorption. However, chrysanthemum tea is different from other teas and will not cause this situation. But chrysanthemum is still cold, so pregnant women should pay attention to the amount when drinking chrysanthemum tea and remember to make it light. Everything should be in moderation, and it is best not to drink too much. Drinking it occasionally will not be a big problem. In addition, pregnant women are prone to fire and constipation, and drinking some chrysanthemum tea can effectively alleviate this condition.