In a warm neighborhood in Beijing, Li Ting is sitting on the sofa in the living room, holding a pregnancy guidance book in her hand, her brows furrowed. She is five months pregnant, and she has recently been disturbed by various dietary taboos during pregnancy. Her mother-in-law insisted that certain foods, especially hawthorn, were extremely bad for pregnant women and even risked slippery tires. Li Ting, on the other hand, has seen different statements on the Internet and thinks that these are just unconfirmed rumors.
That afternoon, Li Ting hesitated in the fruit section of the supermarket. She held a few red and bright hawthorns in her hands, but she had mixed tastes in her heart. The issue of diet during pregnancy has always been a doubt in her mind, especially the various statements about hawthorn, which makes her not know what to do. She remembers that when she was a child, her mother always used hawthorn to make delicious sweet and sour rice balls, which were one of the best flavors of her childhood. However, now this seemingly ordinary fruit is full of doubts and worries in her eyes.
Li Ting decided not to be bothered by these unfounded worries anymore, and she wanted to find scientific and authoritative answers to choose the healthiest diet for herself and the baby in her womb. She decided to consult an experienced obstetrician and delve into the relevant medical sources. Li Ting understands that only by facing it with a scientific attitude can we ensure the health of herself and her baby.
As Li Ting's pregnancy days passed, her worries and doubts also increased. Relatives and friends around offered a variety of dietary advice, especially for hawthorn. Some say that hawthorn helps digestion, while others warn that hawthorn may cause slippery tires. Li Ting was confused, she had heard that hawthorn can promote appetite, but she was also afraid that these long-rumored claims were true. So, she decided to seek professional medical advice.
Under the consultation of the obstetrician, Li Ting learned that many claims about the consumption of hawthorn by pregnant women are actually not based on science. The doctor explained that although excessive consumption of hawthorn may cause stomach upset, moderate consumption will not cause direct harm to pregnant women or fetuses. Doctors also point out that the diet during pregnancy should be varied to include a variety of fruits and vegetables, rather than relying too much on a particular food or avoiding them altogether.
Inspired by these professional advices, Li Ting began to focus more on a balanced diet. She consumes hawthorn in moderation while making sure that her diet contains enough protein, carbohydrates, fats, and essential vitamins and minerals. She also pays special attention to folic acid supplementation, which is especially recommended by doctors and is essential for the neurological development of the fetus.
In addition to focusing on diet, Li Ting also began to read more about pregnancy health care, learning that not only diet, but also exercise and emotional management during pregnancy are equally important. She took a yoga class for pregnant women, which not only helped her stay physically active, but also relieved her anxiety and stress to a great extent.
Li Ting feels more and more that as a soon-to-be mother, she is not only responsible for her own health, but also ready for the new life that is about to come into this world. In the process, she learned how to distinguish between scientific advice and unfounded rumors, which was a valuable Xi experience for her.
As Li Ting's pregnancy deepened, she became more and more concerned about every piece of advice on the health of pregnant women. At the insistence of her friends, she began to wean herself from all foods she thought might be harmful, including hawthorn. However, the dietary restrictions during pregnancy left her stressed and anxious.
During a routine prenatal check-up, Li Ting told the doctor about her diet Xi habits. After listening carefully, the doctor decided to give Li Ting some popular science education. Doctors explain that nutrition during pregnancy requires variety, not a single restriction. Especially hawthorn, doctors point out that although excessive consumption of hawthorn may cause gastrointestinal upset, moderate consumption is safe for both pregnant women and fetuses. Doctors emphasize that pregnancy should follow a balanced diet, not blind food rejection.
Next, the doctor backs up his point with data. He mentioned a study that showed that moderate intake of a variety of fruits and vegetables had a positive impact on the health of pregnant women and the development of the fetus. He also stressed that it is more important for pregnant women to avoid substances that are clearly harmful, such as alcohol and tobacco, rather than focusing on ordinary foods like hawthorn.
Li Ting was relieved after hearing this, and she realized that her previous diet Xi was too extreme. She decided to adjust her diet and arrange her nutritional intake more scientifically. On the advice of her doctor, Li Ting began to increase her diet with a variety of vegetables and a moderate amount of fruits, including hawthorn. Her anxiety gradually decreased, and the whole pregnancy became more relaxed and enjoyable.