What should pregnant women eat when they are weak and sweat a lot?

In fact, many women will experience physical weakness and excessive sweating after giving birth. This is caused by the loss of Qi and blood in the body after childbirth. So many mothers want to know, what food is better for postpartum women who are weak and sweat a lot? In fact, generally speaking, mothers can eat more qi and blood-replenishing foods, such as red dates, spinach, chicken, etc. to regulate their bodies.

First, although sweating after childbirth is a normal physiological phenomenon, a large amount of sweating discharges water from the body. It is necessary to replenish water and salt in time to avoid dehydration and electrolyte imbalance in the body. If a new mother sweats a lot and does not drink water in time, it will affect breastfeeding and cause insufficient milk.

Second, mothers who sweat a lot should remember to eat less cold food. After the confinement period, they can eat more fresh vegetables, especially green vegetables, to nourish yin and clear heat, and improve the secretion function of sweat glands.

Third, the indoor temperature should not be too high. Open windows appropriately for ventilation to keep the indoor air fresh and flowing. In the hospital where I gave birth, pregnant women and babies who were able to get out of bed and walk were asked to leave the room at around 4 p.m. every day. The ward was then disinfected with ultraviolet light for half an hour, and then the windows were opened for ventilation.

Fourth, new mothers should dress appropriately and not wear too many clothes, and the quilts should not be too thick, especially for mothers with yin deficiency. I remember the first day after I gave birth, I asked my husband to wipe my sweat every 10 minutes until I fell into a drowsy sleep. I could still feel my husband wiping my forehead with a dry towel.

Fifth, excessive sweating may be caused by other diseases. While treating excessive sweating after childbirth, more attention should be paid to treating the primary disease.

Sixth, calcium will be excreted with sweat. Excessive sweating can easily cause hypocalcemia, the symptoms of which are cramps in the hands and feet and muscle twitches. In addition, the fetus absorbs a lot of calcium during pregnancy, so pregnant mothers should pay more attention to calcium supplementation and eat calcium-rich foods frequently.

Seventh, the mother’s clothes, especially underwear, pajamas, quilts, etc., should be hung out to dry frequently to keep them dry and comfortable. Wash or bathe frequently to reduce irritation to the skin caused by sweat.

Based on clinical manifestations. Choosing diet therapy according to syndrome differentiation will definitely restore the vitality of postpartum women and ensure the health of mother and baby.

1. Jujube and Motherwort Soup

50 grams of jujube, 30 grams of motherwort, and 50 grams of brown sugar. Wash jujube and motherwort, add water, bring to a boil over high heat, add brown sugar and simmer over low heat until the medicinal flavor is released. Take it warm every night before going to bed, and continue drinking it within 30 days after delivery.

It can replenish qi and blood, promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis. Suitable for postpartum physical weakness.

2. Angelica Brown Sugar Eggs

10 grams of angelica, 50 grams of brown sugar, and 2 eggs. Wash the angelica and add 700 ml of water, boil until 500 ml, beat in eggs and brown sugar, and cook until the eggs are cooked. Eat eggs and drink soup, and eat it for breakfast every day.

It can nourish blood, invigorate blood circulation and promote uterine recovery. Suitable for postpartum physical weakness, and should be used within 1 month after delivery.