Bird's nest is a nourishing food that is rich in protein, vitamins, carbohydrates, and various trace elements. It helps pregnant women supplement their body's nutrition, improve their immune system, and promote fetal growth and development. It is very beneficial. Some pregnant women want to know when they start eating bird's nest and whether they drink bird's nest at night?
When a pregnant woman is three to seven months pregnant, it is the period of comprehensive growth and development of the fetus. At this time, the fetus needs more and more nutrients. Therefore, if a pregnant woman wants to eat bird's nest, it is best to eat it during this period. In addition, bird's nest is best consumed on an empty stomach in the morning and evening to achieve the best absorption effect. Pregnant women who want to control their weight or have poor gastrointestinal health are recommended to eat it in the morning, and it is recommended to eat it before bedtime at night. Milk can be added to bird's nest to improve sleep quality.
When pregnant women eat bird's nest, there are several points to pay attention to. Firstly, the bird's nest should be cleaned thoroughly. At the beginning, the bird's nest should be soaked for at least 2 hours, and then impurities in the bird's nest should be removed. At this time, the water should be changed and soaked for another 2 hours. The water volume should be controlled well. Generally, it should be enough to reach the surface of the bird's nest. After soaking, the bird's nest should be put into a stew pot with water and then stewed over low heat for 1 hour in a water bath before eating.
Pregnant women should learn to choose bird's nest, and it is best to purchase bird's nest produced by big brands from large stores, so that quality and safety can be guaranteed. In addition, when choosing bird's nest, white swallow can be chosen because the blood swallow on the market is mostly dyed, and white swallow is also very nutritious. Do not choose bird's nest that is too white, as there may be a risk of bleaching if it is too white. In addition, choosing thin bodied bird's nest can avoid buying bird's nest that has been coated with glue or paste.
