What not to eat during menstruation
During menstruation, women's bodies are more sensitive, and improper dietary choices may aggravate symptoms. The following is a topic of dietary taboos during menstruation that has been hotly discussed on the Internet recently. Based on medical advice and discussions among netizens, a list of foods that should be avoided during menstruation and scientific basis are compiled.
1. List of dietary taboos during menstruation

| food category | specific food | potential impact |
|---|---|---|
| cold food | Ice cream, cold drinks, crab, watermelon | May aggravate dysmenorrhea and cause irregular menstrual bleeding |
| irritating food | Chili pepper, Sichuan peppercorns, alcohol, strong tea | May stimulate uterine contractions and increase bleeding |
| High salt food | Pickled foods, processed snacks | May cause edema and aggravate breast tenderness |
| High sugar foods | Cakes, chocolate, sugary drinks | May cause blood sugar fluctuations and emotional instability |
| caffeine drinks | coffee, energy drinks | May aggravate anxiety and affect iron absorption |
2. Analysis of hot discussion points
1.Can I drink milk tea during menstruation?There has been a lot of controversy on social platforms recently. Experts recommend avoiding iced milk tea and caffeinated milk tea, and warm decaffeinated milk tea can be consumed in small amounts.
2.Is eating chocolate effective during menstrual cramps?The magnesium in dark chocolate may relieve pain, but high-sugar chocolate can be counterproductive, becoming a hot topic among health bloggers recently.
3.How to arrange diet for weight loss during menstruation?Fitness bloggers remind them to avoid extreme dieting and ensure protein and iron intake. This topic has received more than 100,000 interactions in the female community.
3. Alternative diet suggestions
| Uncomfortable symptoms | Recommended food | nutritional effect |
|---|---|---|
| Dysmenorrhea | Ginger tea, longan, red dates | Promote blood circulation |
| Fatigue | Beef, spinach, pork liver | Supplement iron and protein |
| mood swings | Bananas, nuts, deep sea fish | Regulate neurotransmitters |
4. Sharing of real cases from netizens
A hot post on Xiaohongshu showed that a 28-year-old woman developed severe abdominal pain after drinking iced coffee for three consecutive days during her menstrual period, and was diagnosed with uterine cramps after seeking medical advice. A Weibo poll showed that 65% of participants would prolong bleeding time after eating spicy food during their menstrual period.
5. Professional doctor’s advice
Gynecological experts remind: Individual differences are large, and if you experience severe discomfort, you need to seek medical treatment in time. A recent health short video emphasized that diet during menstruation should follow the three principles of "warm, light, and nutritionally balanced." This content has received millions of views.
Summary: When eating during menstruation, special attention should be paid to avoid cold, irritating and foods that affect iron absorption. Recent hot discussions on the Internet reflect that young women attach more importance to menstrual health management, but they need to pay attention to the authenticity of the information and consult a professional doctor in time for serious symptoms.
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