With the arrival of the late stage of pregnancy, the mother’s body undergoes many changes, and the rapid growth of the baby also brings additional physical burden. At this time, the problem of internal heat can easily develop quietly. Traditional Chinese medicine, with its unique perspective, provides us with the wisdom of relieving symptoms of internal heat through dietary regulation. Here are some ingredients recommended by traditional Chinese medicine, aimed at helping mothers balance internal heat and enjoy a more comfortable pregnancy.
Vegetables and Fruits: Cooling and Reducing Fire, Nourishing the Body and Mind
Cucumber: Known for its rich moisture content, it can not only clear heat and detoxify, but also promote diuresis and lower blood pressure, effectively relieving the discomfort of swollen hands and feet during pregnancy.
Winter melon: known as a “natural fire reducing agent”, it has multiple effects such as reducing fire, moisturizing, diuretic, and promoting lactation, making it an ideal choice for late pregnancy.
Watermelon, grapefruit, orange: These fruits are not only rich in vitamins, but also have natural cooling properties that help eliminate heat toxins in the body and improve overall health.
Lotus root: rich in plant protein and dietary fiber, it can not only enhance the immune system of mothers, but also promote gastrointestinal health, providing protection during pregnancy.
Grains and miscellaneous grains: gentle conditioning, nourishing the liver
Green beans: Known for their properties of clearing heat, detoxifying, diuresis, and relieving summer heat, they are a great choice for reducing internal heat during summer and late pregnancy.
Taro, glutinous rice, and Job’s tears: These ingredients have a light taste and can not only promote diuresis and dryness, but also have diuretic, dehumidifying, and blood sugar lowering effects, making them very suitable for consumption during late pregnancy.
Good legumes: Clearing heat and detoxifying, aiding digestion
Bean sprouts, black beans, and mung beans: not only rich in nutrients, but also have significant heat clearing and detoxifying effects. The vitamins and trace elements in bean sprouts help to reduce fire and detoxify; Black beans and mung beans can improve gastrointestinal function and alleviate constipation during pregnancy.
Dietary principle: Eat small meals frequently and maintain balanced nutrition. In late pregnancy, mothers should follow the principle of “eating small meals frequently and having a healthy diet” to avoid overeating or binge eating and reduce physical burden. At the same time, in combination with individual physique, appropriate Chinese medicinal materials such as chrysanthemum, honeysuckle, and coptis are selected to soak in water or cook Congee to further enhance the effect of reducing fire. But please note that it is best to consult a professional Chinese medicine practitioner for advice before using traditional Chinese medicine to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Through scientific and reasonable dietary adjustments, mothers can not only effectively alleviate symptoms of late pregnancy fever, but also provide solid nutritional support for the healthy growth of their babies. Let us embrace a healthier and more comfortable pregnancy together under the guidance of traditional Chinese medicine wisdom.
