October pregnancy, one delivery. Pregnant mothers expend a lot of energy during childbirth and also lose some blood. For a long time after childbirth, there will be a reaction of Qi and blood deficiency, such as weakness, sweating, and easy fatigue. If the Qi and blood are not replenished in time, it not only damages the new mother's physical essence, but also poses a hidden danger to the family's happiness in the future. Food supplementation is better than medication. Postpartum supplementation must be scientific, effective, and timely.
The dangers of postpartum Qi and blood deficiency
Qi and blood are the driving force and source of human life activities. Excessive blood loss in postpartum women, without new blood production, weak spleen and stomach, and insufficient blood production, directly leads to Qi and blood deficiency. Qi and blood deficiency is usually manifested as dizziness, fatigue, pale complexion, dry and yellow skin, etc. Postpartum women in confinement may lack breast milk due to this, affecting breastfeeding. Qi and blood deficiency will also weaken the function of organs, leading to premature aging of the body.
Supplementing Qi and blood is very necessary for postpartum mothers. Today, I will introduce 5 soups that can supplement blood and benefit Qi, hoping that all mothers can be beautiful and healthy.
Angelica, Astragalus, and Goji Chicken Soup
Ingredients: one-year-old hen
Medicinal herbs: Angelica, Astragalus, Goji berries (Angelica and Astragalus are mixed in a ratio of 5:1)
Method: 1. Wash the chicken and blanch it. You can use the whole chicken or cut it into pieces.
2. Put all the ingredients into a pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Then simmer over low heat until the chicken is cooked and tender. Add salt and other seasonings.
Tips: This soup is suitable for pregnancy-related anemia. Angelica supplements blood, Astragalus supplements Qi, and can improve cold hands and feet caused by blood deficiency and enhance hematopoietic function. If the new mother does not like oily taste, you can skim off the fat on the surface of the chicken soup before consuming.
Codonopsis, Angelica, and Pork Rib Soup
Ingredients: pork ribs
Medicinal herbs: Codonopsis, Angelica, a small amount of Goji berries, red dates, etc.
Method: 1. Wash the pork ribs and blanch them. You can use the whole ribs or cut them into pieces.
2. Put all the ingredients into a pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Then simmer over low heat until the pork ribs are cooked and tender. Add salt and other seasonings.
Tips: This soup can regulate Qi and blood and is suitable for pregnant and postpartum women. However, pregnant and postpartum women with colds should avoid drinking it.
