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What to eat in advance of menstruation

Asked by:Angela

Asked on:Apr 12, 2026 10:25 AM

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  • Fae Fae

    Apr 12, 2026

    You can eat an appropriate amount of red dates, brown sugar, pork liver, spinach, longan and other foods before menstruation. You can also take motherwort granules, Wuji Baifeng pills, Xiaoyao pills, Angelica pills, Bazhen Yimu pills and other medicines as directed by your doctor. It is recommended to seek medical treatment in time, actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment, take appropriate medicines under the guidance of the doctor, and make good diet.

    1. Food

    1. Red dates

    Red dates are rich in iron and vitamin C, which can help improve anemia symptoms and promote blood circulation. Early menstruation may be related to insufficient qi and blood. Moderate consumption of red dates can help regulate qi and blood and relieve the symptoms of irregular menstruation. Red dates can be eaten directly, or used to cook porridge or soaked in water for drinking.

    2. Brown sugar

    Brown sugar has the effects of warming menstruation, dispersing cold, activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis, and is suitable for women who have early menstruation. Brown sugar water can help relieve menstrual cramps and irregular menstruation, and promote the discharge of menstrual blood. When menstruation is early, you can drink brown sugar water in moderation, but it should not be excessive to avoid blood sugar fluctuations.

    3. Pork liver

    Pork liver is rich in iron and vitamin B12, which helps replenish blood and improve anemia symptoms. Early menstruation may be related to excessive iron loss in the body. Moderate consumption of pork liver can help supplement iron and relieve irregular menstruation. Pork liver can be fried or cooked in soup, but you need to pay attention to the appropriate amount to avoid excessive cholesterol intake.

    4. Spinach

    Spinach is rich in iron and folic acid, which helps improve anemia and regulate endocrine. Early menstrual period may be related to nutritional deficiencies. Moderate consumption of spinach can help supplement nutrition and regulate the menstrual cycle. Spinach can be eaten cold, stir-fried or cooked in soup, but care should be taken not to cook it for too long to avoid loss of nutrients.

    5. Longan

    Longan has the effect of nourishing blood and calming the nerves, and is suitable for women who have early menstruation. Longan can help improve symptoms of insufficient Qi and blood and insomnia, and relieve irregular menstruation. Longan can be eaten directly, or used to cook porridge or soak in water for drinking, but you need to pay attention to the appropriate amount to avoid getting angry.

    2. Drugs

    1. Motherwort granules

    Motherwort Granules is a Chinese patent medicine that has the effect of promoting blood circulation and regulating menstruation, and is suitable for symptoms such as irregular menstruation and early menstruation. Motherwort granules are mainly made from motherwort extract, which can help regulate the menstrual cycle and relieve menstrual cramps. Please follow medical advice before use and avoid self-medication.

    2. Black-bone chicken and white phoenix balls

    Wuji Baifeng Pill is a traditional Chinese patent medicine that can nourish qi and blood, regulate menstruation and stop menstruation. It is suitable for symptoms such as irregular menstruation and early menstruation caused by deficiency of qi and blood. Wuji Baifeng Pills are mainly made of black-bone chicken, ginseng, angelica and other medicinal materials, which can help improve Qi and blood deficiency. Require medical advice before use.

    3. Xiaoyao Pill

    Xiaoyao Pill has the functions of soothing the liver, strengthening the spleen, nourishing blood and regulating menstruation. It is suitable for symptoms such as irregular menstruation and early menstruation caused by stagnation of liver qi. Xiaoyao Pills are mainly made from medicinal herbs such as Bupleurum, Angelicae Sinensis and White Peony Root, which can help regulate mood and menstrual cycle. Please follow medical advice before use and avoid self-medication.

    4. Angelica Pills

    Danggui Pills have the functions of nourishing blood, activating blood circulation, regulating menstruation and relieving pain, and are suitable for symptoms such as irregular menstruation and early menstruation caused by blood deficiency. Angelica pills are mainly made from angelica extract and can help improve anemia and irregular menstruation. Please follow medical advice before use and avoid self-medication.

    5. Bazhen Yimu Pills

    Bazhen Yimu Pills can nourish qi and blood, regulate menstruation and activate blood circulation. It is suitable for symptoms such as irregular menstruation and early menstruation caused by deficiency of qi and blood. Bazhen Yimu Pills are mainly made of motherwort, angelica, chuanxiong and other medicinal materials, which can help regulate the menstrual cycle. Please follow medical advice before use and avoid self-medication.

    When menstruation is early, in addition to paying attention to diet and medication, you should also maintain good living habits to avoid overwork and mood swings. Moderate exercise can help promote blood circulation and improve irregular menstruation. If symptoms persist or worsen, it is recommended to seek medical treatment promptly and conduct further examination and treatment under the guidance of a doctor.

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