Effects of eating mustard on the fetus during pregnancy

Some pregnant women prefer spicy food, so the taste of food during pregnancy will become strange. There is no problem in eating some mustard during pregnancy. However, although mustard is very good, it is not recommended for expectant mothers to eat more, because mustard is quite spicy and may stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric mucosa. Putting it in meals can increase the taste, but excessive use of mustard will affect the body's qi and blood function.

Can pregnant women eat mustard?

Although mustard is good, it is not recommended for pregnant mothers to eat it.

1. The main spicy ingredient of mustard is mustard oil, which has a strong spicy taste and can stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juice, which has the function of appetizing and enhancing people's appetite.

2. Mustard has a strong detoxifying function and can detoxify fish and crabs, so raw salmon and other fresh foods are often served with mustard. Mustard also has a certain effect on reducing blood viscosity, treating asthma, and preventing tooth decay.

3. Pregnant women should eat less or no mustard. Adding some sugar or vinegar to mustard can buffer the spicy taste and make it more flavorful. When mustard oozes oil and becomes bitter, it should not be eaten.

4. Mustard is a spicy food, so it is not suitable for pregnant women. Pregnant women are not allowed to eat any spicy food, of course, this refers to food with a spicy flavor.

5. Do not put mustard when eating other things, especially when mixing cold dishes. It is also not allowed to eat mustard when eating barbecue.

6. Mustard has a strong pungent smell, so, generally speaking, it will irritate your stomach and cause indigestion, etc. It is a condiment that is taboo for pregnant women.

7. Some pregnant women will shed a lot of tears after coming into contact with mustard, which will cause emotional and physical discomfort, which will be transmitted to the fetus's body. Therefore, it is a bad seasoning.