Is it suitable for everyone to eat lychee during menstruation?

Aug 02, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Sun Lianqing
Introduction
If a woman has a balanced constitution and does not experience significant heat-related symptoms during menstruation, moderate consumption of fresh lychee can help replenish energy and vitamins, and is suitable if there is no abnormal menstrual flow or physical discomfort. However, if a woman has a heat-predisposed constitution and tends to experience symptoms of excessive internal heat during menstruation, such as dry mouth, sore throat, or if she experiences increased menstrual flow or prolonged menstruation after consuming lychee, then eating lychee may not be appropriate.

  Coming of the menstrual period, generally speaking, eating lychee during menstruation is not suitable for everyone. Those with neutral body constitutions can usually consume moderate amounts without adverse effects, while those with hot body constitutions or prone to internal heat should avoid it. Detailed explanations are as follows:

  If a woman has a neutral body constitution and experiences no obvious symptoms of internal heat during menstruation, moderate consumption of fresh lychee can help replenish energy and vitamins, and is acceptable if there is no abnormal menstrual flow or physical discomfort.

  If a woman has a hot body constitution and tends to experience symptoms of internal heat, such as dry mouth, sore throat, or swollen throat during menstruation, or if her menstrual flow increases or her period lasts longer after eating lychee, then lychee consumption during menstruation is unsuitable for this type of person.

  During menstruation, lychee consumption should be adjusted according to individual body constitution, with intake quantity controlled to avoid excessive consumption. If discomfort occurs after eating lychee, consumption should be stopped and symptoms monitored; if symptoms persist, professional medical advice should be sought promptly.