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What foods should women not eat during menstruation?

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Asked on:Apr 10, 2026 12:39 PM

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  • Blankenship Blankenship

    Apr 10, 2026

      female A lot of nutrients are lost during menstruation. What foods should we eat to replenish them? What foods are suitable for menstruating women?

      1. Walnut

      Also known as longevity fruit among the people, it is rich in vitamin E and unsaturated fatty acids, which can nourish the brain and skin , quickly replenish physical strength, delay aging, nourish and nourish the skin.

      2. Sesame seeds

      Black sesame seeds are rich in cystine and vitamins B and E, which can increase sebum secretion, improve skin elasticity, and keep skin delicate. It is the best food to improve rough skin.

      3. Pigeon meat

      Pigeon meat is rich in hemoglobin, has low fat content, and has a protein content 9.5% higher than that of pork. It is also easier to digest and absorb than chicken, so there is a saying among the people that "one pigeon has nine chickens".

      4. Mutton

      Mutton is hot in nature, warming the body, tonifying and replenishing qi. Every 500 grams of mutton can provide 6427 calories, and the fat content in mutton is only half of that of pork.

      5. Sea cucumber

      Sea cucumber is good at replenishing essence and blood. It is rich in protein, amino acids, vitamins, trace elements, and has almost zero cholesterol content. Women who often eat sea cucumbers can not only beautify and resist aging, but also enhance the body's immunity.

      6. Mussels

      Mussels have extremely high protein content and are “in the sea” egg ”reputation. Mussels are rich in essential fatty acids, which can maintain skin and lower cholesterol. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that mussels can nourish the liver and kidneys, replenish essence and blood, and can treat various fatigue diseases.

      I’m afraid many women don’t know what foods should not be eaten during menstruation. After eating Haisai indiscriminately, it is very likely to cause physical discomfort.

      1. Chocolate : Chocolate can make you lose control of your emotions. Chocolate can cause more unstable moods and sugar cravings. In addition to making you gain weight, it can also increase your need for vitamin B. At the same time, sugar consumes B vitamins and minerals in the body, making people more likely to eat sugary foods. Eating high-sugar sweets will not only fail to improve the symptoms of menstrual discomfort, but may also affect the balance of hormones in the body due to unstable blood sugar, aggravating the uncomfortable feeling.

      2. Sichuan peppercorns, cloves, pepper : During the menstrual period, you should eat light, bland, and nutritious foods. It is not advisable to eat spicy foods that are highly irritating, so as not to stimulate the expansion of blood vessels and cause early menstruation and heavy menstruation. Foods such as Sichuan peppercorns, cloves, and peppers are all seasonings. When cooking, adding some can make the dishes taste better. However, women during menstruation should not eat these spicy foods, otherwise they may easily lead to Dysmenorrhea , excessive menstrual bleeding and other symptoms.

      3. Crab : Very cold in nature, it can clear away heat, cool blood and disperse blood stasis. Women should avoid eating raw and cold foods during menstruation, especially those suffering from cold dysmenorrhea.

      4. snail : Very cool in nature and can clear away heat. Avoid eating cold food such as snails during menstruation.

      5. Pears : Avoid eating too much raw pears during menstruation.

      6. Persimmon : Persimmons contain tannic acid, which easily combines with iron and hinders the body's absorption of iron in food. Because women lose a lot of blood during menstruation and need to supplement iron, persimmons are not suitable.

      7. Watermelon : Menstruating women should fast.

      8. Bamboo shoots : Bamboo shoots are cold in nature and contain more crude fiber and insoluble calcium oxalate. Women should avoid eating them during menstruation.

      99 nutritionists warmly remind women to eat less cold, sweet, spicy, and indigestible foods during menstruation, and eat more warm, high-quality protein, high iron, and vitamin-rich foods.

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