Many people say that the dietary requirements during preconception are quite strict and there are many things that you cannot eat. However, I have been feeling a bit "hot" recently and would like to drink some honeysuckle tea to cool down. So, can you drink honeysuckle tea during preconception?
Can you drink honeysuckle tea during preconception?
You can drink it in moderation.
Honeysuckle is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine herb. It has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, and relieving sore throat. It enters the lung, heart, and stomach meridians and can be used to treat various symptoms of heat disorders such as body heat, rashes, ulcers, and sore throat. The components in honeysuckle do not have any impact on pregnancy, so it is safe to consume honeysuckle in moderation during preconception if you have the above discomfort.
Can you drink honeysuckle water during early pregnancy?
You can drink it in moderation.
Although honeysuckle is a traditional Chinese medicine herb, it does not have a significant stimulating effect on the uterus. If pregnant women experience symptoms of "heat" or rash, it is safe to consume honeysuckle in moderation. However, due to the special constitution of pregnant women and the unstable implantation of the fetus during early pregnancy, it is recommended to take honeysuckle water under the guidance of a doctor and adjust the dosage according to individual circumstances. Blindly taking medication may stimulate the intestines and cause diarrhea, which is not conducive to the growth and development of the fetus.
What should you pay attention to when drinking honeysuckle during preconception?
1. Do not consume large amounts.
It is generally recommended to use 10-30 grams of honeysuckle. It is not recommended to consume large amounts because honeysuckle has a cold nature. Consuming large amounts may stimulate the intestines and cause diarrhea or loose stools.
2. Do not consume it for a long time.
Honeysuckle tea has a cold nature. Drinking it every day may have a certain stimulating effect on the stomach and intestines, which is not conducive to the health of the spleen and stomach. It is generally recommended to stop taking honeysuckle tea after the symptoms improve.
3. Do not consume during menstrual period.
Honeysuckle tea has a sweet and cold nature. Consuming it during the menstrual period may aggravate the coldness in the uterus, which may lead to poor blood flow during menstruation and worsen dysmenorrhea symptoms, which may affect preconception.
Contraindications for drinking honeysuckle tea
1. Not suitable for people with spleen and stomach deficiency-cold.
Honeysuckle has a cold nature. People with spleen and stomach deficiency-cold already have weak gastrointestinal function. Consuming honeysuckle may further stimulate the gastrointestinal tract and worsen symptoms such as loose stools, diarrhea, and indigestion.
2. Not suitable for people with wind-cold cold.
Honeysuckle tea is a cold natured herb with the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying. It is not suitable for people with wind-cold cold. Otherwise, it will not only fail to have a therapeutic effect, but also worsen symptoms such as a heavy cough, thin and white phlegm, and runny nose.
What to eat during preconception
1. Folic acid.
It is recommended to supplement folic acid in moderation during preconception. Folic acid can help prevent fetal neural tube defects and to a certain extent reduce the risk of gestational hyperlipidemia.
2. Foods rich in iron.
Such as: animal blood, liver, lean meat, black fungus, red dates, etc. These foods are rich in iron. During preconception, you can try to consume more iron-rich foods. On the one hand, it can supplement women's nutrition, and on the other hand, it can prevent low birth weight of newborns.
3. Foods rich in protein.
During preconception, women can consume sufficient high-quality protein, such as meat, eggs, milk, beans, etc. Protein can ensure the normal development of fertilized eggs and enhance women's immunity.
