Can pregnant women eat spicy pickled chicken feet?

Spicy pickled chicken feet should not be consumed during pregnancy. As a spicy food, they may adversely affect the fetus and could cause “internal heat” (a traditional Chinese medicine concept referring to symptoms like sore throat, constipation, or acne) in pregnant women. Excessive consumption may trigger uterine contractions; in early pregnancy, this significantly increases the risk of threatened miscarriage. During pregnancy, it is advisable to consume more foods rich in dietary fiber and vitamins.