Can I eat cumin during menstruation?

We all know that women’s menstrual period is a very critical period, and it is also the period when women’s bodies are the weakest. During this period, it is crucial to supplement women's nutrition. Women will experience physical discomfort and mental irritability during the menstrual period. Women during menstruation should pay special attention to eating healthy, which is a good habit for women. So what should we pay attention to in this regard?

During menstruation, there are many things that women should avoid. Inappropriate food can cause stimulation to the female uterus, thereby increasing menstrual flow. Therefore, women should pay special attention to their diet during menstruation. Whether or not you can eat cumin during menstruation has caused a lot of controversy.

Its scientific name is Cuminum cumin, also known as benzoin cumin and benzoin fennel. Its appearance is very easily confused with fennel. It is shaped like a small curved cylinder, gray-green in color, and has a strong and special aroma. Cumin is only produced in Xinjiang and Gansu in my country, so it is often seen in the delicacies of Xinjiang and Gansu. Because cumin has a strong effect in removing fishy odors and eliminating the greasiness of meat, it is often used in the cooking of beef and mutton dishes. Suitable for: frying, deep-frying, stir-frying, grilling, braising and other cooking methods.

Cumin is the fruit of the annual herbaceous plant Cuminum cyminum of the Apiaceae family. When the fruit is ripe in May, the plant is retrieved, dried, the hybrids are removed, and the fruit is kept for later use. Its original origin is in North Africa and the Mediterranean coastal areas. Cumin is an important condiment with a strong and fragrant smell. It is suitable for meat cooking, regulates qi and stimulates appetite, and can dispel wind and relieve pain.

Cumin is an essential condiment for barbecued food. It is oily and has a strong aromatic smell. It is mainly used for seasoning, extracting spices, etc. It is one of the main raw materials for preparing curry powder. The aroma of curry is very strong, and it becomes more pronounced after being fried or grilled.

The flavor of cumin changes slightly when heated. Using cumin to process beef and mutton can remove the fishy smell and greasiness, make the meat more delicious and fragrant, and increase people's appetite.

Cumin tastes spicy and is warm in nature. Dispel cold and relieve pain; regulate qi and balance the middle. It is mainly used to treat cold pain in the abdomen, indigestion, abdominal pain caused by cold hernia, and irregular menstruation. Using cumin to process beef and mutton can remove the fishy smell and greasiness, make the meat more delicious and fragrant, and increase appetite. Cumin has the effects of refreshing the brain and unblocking meridians, reducing fire and calming the liver. It can dispel cold and dampness, regulate qi and stimulate appetite, dispel wind and relieve pain. It is effective for indigestion, stomach cold pain, and frequent bowel movements due to kidney deficiency. Seasoning dishes with cumin can also prevent spoilage and kill bacteria.

There is no statement on whether you can eat cumin during menstruation, so it is recommended that you eat less as much as possible. Eating more warm foods is good for menstrual health. It is also better to eat more nutritious foods. Another point is that women during menstruation should not overwork and pay attention to maintaining their bodies. This can avoid the occurrence of serious gynecological diseases.