Can you drink ginseng soup during your menstrual period?

Oct 10, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Insufficient qi and blood; I've been drinking ginseng soup for regulation. Is it okay to consume ginseng soup during menstruation?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Aiming
In general, ginseng soup should not be consumed during menstruation. Ginseng primarily functions to tonify qi, strengthen the spleen and lungs, promote the production of body fluids, and calm the mind to improve mental clarity. During menstruation, women tend to have a relatively weaker constitution, and ginseng soup is considered a potent tonic. Taking ginseng soup during this period may cause uterine contractions, leading to increased menstrual flow and prolonged periods. In daily life, it's important to maintain personal hygiene to prevent infections.