Can pregnant women eat daylily?

Aug 29, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, pregnant women can eat daylily (Huanghuacai), but should pay attention to moderate consumption. When consuming daylily, it is recommended to choose dried daylily. Before eating, adequately soak it in warm water, changing the water multiple times to remove any potential harmful substances. Ensure it is thoroughly cooked during preparation; avoid raw or undercooked consumption. Each serving should not be excessive, as overconsumption may increase digestive burden.

Generally speaking, pregnant women can eat daylily (also known as golden needle vegetables), as long as consumption is moderate. Detailed explanation is as follows:

Daylily contains abundant dietary fiber, which can promote intestinal motility and help relieve constipation, a common issue during pregnancy. It is also rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, and minerals such as calcium, iron, and phosphorus. Vitamin A helps fetal vision development, iron helps prevent iron-deficiency anemia during pregnancy, and calcium supports the growth of the fetal skeleton and teeth. Moderate consumption has positive effects on both maternal and fetal health.

When consuming daylily, dried daylily should be selected. Before eating, it should be thoroughly soaked in sufficient warm water, with water changed multiple times to remove any potentially remaining harmful substances. It must be fully cooked during preparation to avoid raw or undercooked consumption. Each serving should be moderate, as excessive intake may increase digestive burden. If the pregnant woman herself is allergic to daylily, or has conditions such as spleen and stomach deficiency cold or is prone to diarrhea, daylily should be avoided. When purchasing, products from reputable sources should be selected to ensure quality and safety. If any discomfort occurs after consumption, usage should be stopped immediately and medical advice should be sought promptly.

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