Can pregnant women eat pepper?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

Hello, pregnant women should avoid eating hot foods because they can increase internal heat in the body, which hinders the body's ability to gather blood and nourish the fetus. Lychees and longans are exactly in this category of fruits.
Pregnant women should avoid foods: coffee, strong tea, spicy foods, alcohol, and smoking by the husband can all cause adverse stimulation to the fetus, affecting normal development and even leading to fetal malformations. Pregnant women should avoid eating raw fish, meat, eggs, and other uncooked foods.