1. Detoxifying and nourishing the stomach: Because pitaya contains plant albumin, it has the effect of detoxifying heavy metals in the body. In a modern metropolis with serious heavy metal pollution in automobile exhaust, pregnant women can also neutralize heavy metal toxins in the body by eating pitaya. In addition, the plant albumin in pitaya also has protective effect on human stomach wall. Therefore, pregnant women eating pitaya also has a protective effect on the stomach.
2. Prevention of constipation: Pitaya is rich in dietary plant cellulose, which can effectively regulate gastrointestinal function and prevent constipation. The black seeds of pitaya pulp contain a variety of enzymes, unsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants, which contribute to gastrointestinal peristalsis, achieve the effect of moistening intestines, and have an auxiliary treatment effect on constipation. Pregnant women are prone to constipation in the middle and late pregnancy, and eating pitaya for pregnant women can effectively prevent constipation.
3, lowering blood pressure: Pitaya also has the effect of lowering blood pressure, which is good for pregnant women with hypertension and pregnant women with pregnancy-induced hypertension.
4. Anti-aging: Pitaya contains vitamin C and anthocyanin, which has anti-aging and beauty beauty effects. Therefore, pregnant women can eat pitaya not only healthily, but also beautifully. After pregnancy, due to the interference of various factors, the skin of some pregnant women will get worse. Eating pitaya can improve skin condition.
5. Iron supplementation: The iron content of pitaya is higher than that of ordinary fruits. Iron is an indispensable element for making hemoglobin and other iron-containing substances, which plays a very important role in the health of pregnant women.
When pregnant women choose pitaya, they should pay attention to the olive-shaped pitaya. They should choose fresh pitaya with bright red skin and fragrant flesh.
Pitaya is a tropical fruit, so it is best to buy it now and eat it now. Don't buy too much at a time, otherwise it will affect the taste for a long time and it will be harmful to your health. If it needs to be preserved, it should be kept in a cool and ventilated place, not in the refrigerator to avoid frostbite and quick deterioration.
Pitaya must be eaten in moderation. Don't be greedy. The doctor suggested that one dose a day is enough. After all, pitaya is a cool fruit.
In addition, pitaya can not only be eaten directly, but also be juiced and mixed with salad. There are many ways to eat pitaya, and its natural taste is different. Pregnant women can choose according to their favorite tastes.
Whether pitaya can be eaten on an empty stomach depends on the digestive ability and season of pregnant women, but experts recommend that pregnant women eat pitaya after meals regardless of their digestive ability. It's cold in winter, and even digested people are not suitable for eating pitaya on an empty stomach. Pitaya is cold and sweet. If pregnant women are cold, they should not eat too much pitaya. It is recommended to drink dragon juice after meals.