Pregnant women need to pay attention to some contraindications in terms of diet to avoid triggering or aggravating the occurrence of hemorrhoids. Here are some foods and drinks to avoid:
1.Spicy and irritating foods: such as chili, pepper, shallots, garlic, mustard, ginger, etc. These foods can stimulate blood vessel congestion and dilation in the rectum** area, resulting in tingling and swelling during bowel movements, which can easily cause hemorrhoids.
2.Alcohol: Traditional Chinese medicine believes that hemorrhoids are mostly damp heat, and drinking alcohol will help the formation of damp heat. In addition, alcohol, especially strong liquor, can congest the veins in the rectum, further triggering or aggravating hemorrhoids.
3.Fatty, sweet, and grilled foods: These foods can irritate the mucous membranes of the rectum, resulting in significant congestion and easy to cause hemorrhoids.
4.Hard-to-digest, hard foods: Foods that are difficult to digest can lead to constipation, which can lead to varicose blood vessels in the rectum and increase the risk of hemorrhoids.
5.Foods with strong flavors and spices: These foods can easily cause intestinal discomfort, congest the liver, increase pressure in the lower abdominal cavity, and may lead to the occurrence or aggravation of hemorrhoids.
6.Aphrodisiac fruits: such as mango, durian, lychee, longan, etc. These fruits have an aphrodisiac effect that congests the pelvis and increases the risk of hemorrhoids.
Pregnant women should avoid the above foods and drinks to protect their health and the safety of their babies. At the same time, a reasonable diet and balanced nutrient intake are also very important. If you have any questions or need further guidance, please consult your doctor or professional dietitian.