Modern women face a lot of stress, especially women who have just given birth. They need to have sufficient energy and breast milk, but postpartum weakness often leads to constipation. Si Wu Jiu, a traditional Chinese medicine wine, is specifically formulated to treat postpartum constipation and regulate the body. Let's learn more about it together!
[Name of the Medicine Wine]
Si Wu Jiu
[Ingredients]
Dang Gui (Chinese Angelica), Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia Glutinosa), Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong), Bai Shao (White Peony Root), Huang Jiu (Yellow Rice Wine)
[Preparation Method]
Take 1000 ml of Huang Jiu and add 50 g of Dang Gui, 50 g of Shu Di Huang, 50 g of Chuan Xiong, and 50 g of Bai Shao. Let it soak for a month before consumption.
[Effects and Indications]
Nourishes Yin and Blood, moisturizes the intestines, and promotes bowel movement. Treats postpartum constipation.
[Prevention and Treatment of Postpartum Constipation]
1. Before a caesarean section, antibiotics are often administered to prevent bacterial and viral infections, which can change the environment of the intestinal flora. Therefore, it is important to diversify your diet and consume foods that contain a large amount of probiotics.
2. Pay attention to the dietary structure and eat more fiber-rich foods, such as vegetables and fruits. However, it is important to note that unripe bananas should not be consumed as they have an astringent effect on the intestines, which can worsen constipation.
3. Engage in postpartum exercises and avoid staying in bed for a month after giving birth. This slows down metabolism and can lead to constipation. Stay active and practice postpartum exercises regularly to develop a good habit of regular bowel movements.
4. If the stool is severely impacted and cannot be expelled, the use of an enema can help soften the stool for easier elimination.
[Contraindications]
Whether taking the herbal formula Si Wu Tang or this Si Wu Jiu, it is important to consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to determine if you have a blood deficiency constitution. Most people nowadays have a combination of blood deficiency and other symptoms such as qi deficiency. If you have a heaty constitution, you should not take Si Wu Tang or Si Wu Jiu, which have warming properties.
For women, this medicine wine should not be taken during menstruation and should be consumed after the menstrual period ends.
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