Contraindications of Houttuynia cordata: Can pregnant women eat it?

1. Taboo

1. Don’t eat too much: Houttuynia cordata can clear away heat and detoxify. Eating a moderate amount is good for the body and can contribute to good health, but you need to eat it in moderation and not too much. If you eat a little, it will be effective, but if you eat too much, it will make the situation worse, which is not worth the loss. Especially children, the elderly, pregnant women and other people with weak constitutions should not eat too much.

2. Do not eat it for a long time: Houttuynia cordata should be stopped after 5 consecutive days. If you eat it for a long time, it will not only have no benefits, but will also cause physical weakness and mental deterioration.

3. Not suitable for people: Houttuynia cordata is suitable for most people to eat, and there is no problem for most people to eat it, but it is a cold plant. If you have a weak constitution or carbuncle or ulcer, it is not suitable for you to eat it, as it will harm your body.

2. Can pregnant women eat it?

Pregnant women can eat it in moderation. Houttuynia cordata has high nutritional value and is rich in fat, protein, etc. Eating it in moderation can contribute to good health, has some functions and effects, and can also increase appetite. However, you must not eat too much, as eating too much will affect yourself and the fetus. It should also be noted that Houttuynia cordata has a unique smell, which some pregnant women may find difficult to accept and may aggravate morning sickness. Such people should not eat it.