During pregnancy, women need to pay more attention to various aspects of their lives, especially their daily diet, which is of utmost importance. However, some women who are pregnant in the hot summer also want to eat some not too hot food, but they are worried that it will be harmful to their health during pregnancy. So, what are the effects of eating cold food for pregnant women?
Pregnant women have weaker gastrointestinal function, and eating cold food may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, which can lead to diarrhea in severe cases. Especially for women who suffer from gastroenteritis, eating cold food during pregnancy may cause gastrointestinal spasms, abdominal pain, and other discomfort. These discomforts may also reflect to the uterus, which can be stimulated and cause contractions, leading to the risk of miscarriage or premature birth.
During pregnancy, the immune function of women's bodies may decrease. If cold meals are not sterilized at high temperatures, there may be harmful bacteria such as Escherichia coli. Eating them can cause diarrhea. If infected with dysentery, repeated bowel movements can cause dehydration, which can seriously affect fetal health. If pregnant women need medication treatment, it can also have adverse effects on fetal development.
In addition, if the weather is hot, pregnant women can eat some healthy cold food as much as their bodies allow. But eating cold food should be done in restaurants with qualified hygiene conditions, and attention should be paid to eating cold food in moderation to avoid adverse consequences caused by improper eating.
