Can I eat durian during confinement?

Why many people don’t want to eat durian? It’s because it smells bad. In fact, durian is the stinky tofu in our daily life. It smells very unpleasant, but tastes extremely delicious. Moreover, durian is a very nutritious fruit with very high nutritional value. So, when a woman is at home confinement after giving birth, can she eat some durian? If so, what are the benefits?

Question: Can pregnant women eat durian? Will eating durian increase milk production?

Nutritionist: Postpartum women can eat durian. Durian contains nutrients such as VA, VB, VC, starch, protein, etc. It is especially suitable for postpartum mothers who are weak or have a cold constitution.

Eating durian will help new mothers increase their milk supply after giving birth, because durian contains a lot of carbohydrates, fructose and sucrose, which can replenish energy for mothers. In addition, drinking more soup during the confinement period can promote the synthesis of milk.

You should also be more careful when eating durian. It is a hot fruit in nature and eating too much can easily cause a sore throat. The detailed effects of edible durian are as follows:

1. The immunity of postpartum mothers decreases, and durian can enhance immunity, replenish body energy, and strengthen blood circulation.

2. Increase appetite and protect the stomach and intestines. Postpartum women often experience loss of appetite, and may not be able to eat the confinement meals. Mothers with poor gastrointestinal function can eat some durian appropriately.

3. Promote blood circulation and dispel cold. For mothers who are weak after childbirth, have a cold constitution, or often have cold hands and feet, eating some durian can promote blood circulation and dispel cold.

Precautions for eating durian during confinement

1. Durian is high in calories, sugar and fiber, and it is difficult to digest if you eat too much, so you should eat durian in moderation after giving birth.

2. If the mother who has undergone caesarean section has small intestinal adhesion after delivery, it is not recommended to eat it.

3. Durian cannot be eaten with mutton, dog meat, alcohol and other foods, because they are all hot foods and eating them together is not good for the body.

4. Fresh durian is dark brown in color and smells rich in durian. It is not too heavy to hold. If you shake it gently and feel something inside, it is a top quality durian.