Why can't you eat mango during your menstrual period?
Disease description:
During my menstrual period, I really crave mangoes. But a friend told me that eating mangoes during menstruation can cause painful periods, so I've never dared to eat them. So why shouldn't you eat mangoes during your period?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
The main reason mangoes should not be eaten during menstruation is that they have a certain blood-stopping effect, which may lead to poor pelvic blood circulation, resulting in a shorter menstrual cycle and reduced menstrual flow. Additionally, mangoes are considered cooling in nature; consuming too many may cause coldness in the uterus and menstrual cramps. Women's resistance is relatively weak during their period, which may trigger allergic reactions. However, avoiding mangoes during menstruation is not an absolute rule—those with good physical constitution can consume them in moderation. It is best during menstruation to eat warm, easily digestible foods, drink more brown sugar and ginger water, and keep the body warm.
