Can pregnant women prevent jaundice by drinking corn silk water?

Pregnant women may to some extent prevent jaundice by drinking corn silk water, although the effect is relatively limited and varies from person to person. The specific analysis is as follows:

Corn silk is a traditional Chinese herb with a sweet taste and neutral property. It has effects of clearing heat, eliminating dampness, promoting diuresis, and relieving painful urination. Corn silk water is typically prepared by steeping corn silk in hot water. Pregnant women who drink it in moderation may benefit from its diuretic and anti-swelling properties, and it can also help alleviate symptoms such as dribbling or painful urination. In addition, corn silk water has the effect of clearing dampness and reducing jaundice, promoting bile secretion, thereby helping to prevent jaundice to a certain degree. Moreover, corn silk water may also assist in lowering blood pressure. Drinking it moderately during late pregnancy generally does not negatively affect the developing fetus, so pregnant women can consume corn silk water as a preventive measure against jaundice.

It should be noted that corn silk is a medicinal herb, and pregnant women should use it only under the guidance of a physician, avoiding self-administration to prevent potential adverse effects. Besides drinking corn silk water, pregnant women should also consume fresh fruits and vegetables to ensure adequate nutrition. Regular prenatal checkups are essential to monitor fetal growth and development, and maintaining healthy lifestyle habits—such as avoiding staying up late—is strongly recommended.