Can pregnant women eat Gastrodia elata? There are many dietary taboos during pregnancy

Gastrodia elata can effectively invigorate qi and promote blood circulation, relieve pain, and even has life-saving effects on some patients. However, Gastrodia elata should not be eaten casually, especially for pregnant women. Women must know the dietary taboos after pregnancy to ensure the healthy development of the fetus.

1. Can pregnant women eat Gastrodia elata?

It was once recorded in "Ben Jing Feng Yuan" that "Although Gastrodia elata is not dry in nature, it is a wind agent after all. It should not be used casually for those with blood deficiency without wind, fire inflammation, headache, dry mouth and constipation." It can be inferred that Gastrodia elata is not just a simple health product. If there are no symptoms of discomfort, it should not be taken casually. Modern medicine has confirmed that taking too much Gastrodia elata will produce certain side effects. Therefore, pregnant women should try not to consume Gastrodia elata alone.

Because Gastrodia elata is mild in nature and sweet in taste, it is mainly used to treat symptoms such as dizziness, epilepsy, and body numbness. It also has the effect of promoting qi and blood circulation. Once pregnant women take too much Gastrodia elata, it may cause miscarriage and premature birth, so do not be careless. Traditional Chinese medicine specifically reminds pregnant women that any food that has the effect of promoting blood circulation and regulating menstruation is not suitable for pregnant women. Pregnant women should not eat supplements such as Gastrodia elata and Panax notoginseng. Gastrodia elata has a sedative effect and can promote qi and blood circulation. Eating Gastrodia elata during pregnancy may cause miscarriage.

2. Dietary taboos for pregnant women after pregnancy:

1 Pregnant women should avoid eating foods such as hawthorn fruit, because hawthorn has a contraction effect on the uterus. Eating too much can easily stimulate uterine contraction and cause the risk of miscarriage.

2 Pregnant women should avoid eating hot foods and fruits, as hot foods hinder the body's blood accumulation and nourishment of the fetus, such as lychee kernels and longans.

3. Pregnant women should avoid irritating foods: coffee, strong tea, and spicy foods should be avoided. We all know that pregnant women should stay away from tobacco and alcohol, and should not stay in a smoking environment.

4. Pregnant women should avoid foods with additives: Pregnant mothers should eat some fresh food and vegetables. It is recommended not to eat processed foods with additives and preservatives, such as canned foods.