Quoted from “Breezing into Motherhood’

The book ‘Breezing into Motherhood’ also shared the list of nutritious ingredients which are recommended to be included in the pregnancy diet and confinement diet for the new mummies~

Longan
Rich in glucose, Saccharose, protein and fat. It strengthens the heart, spleen and calms the spirit.

Dang Gui
Helps to replenish the blood, reduces menstrual pain and revives the blood. It is an essential Chinese herb for women who have just given birth.

White Fuguss
Rich in iron, gelatin and Vitamin D. it helps to improve the immune system, reduces blood pressure, reduces blood sugar and prevents anemia.

Tomato
Tomatoes are rich in Vitamin A, B1 and C. They also contain various types of minerals, is nutritious and helps to increase the body’s immune system. It is nutritious for both mother and baby.

Ginseng
It helps to replenish qi, calms the spirit and improves eyesight.

Lotus Seed
It calms the spirit, nourishes the lung and kidneys, as well as improves qi.

Red Date
It replenish blood and is essential for women who lost a lot of blood during the labour process.

Yu Zhu
It helps to nourish the body and expels heat.

Wolfberry
It helps to improve eyesight, enhance the immune system, prevent ageing problems and protects the liver’s function.

Gingko
It nourishes and helps to improve asthma.

Chinese Yam
It enhances the spleen and improve kidney function.

Cordycep
It helps to nourish the lungs and improves kidney functions.