What foods can induce lactation? A must-read scientific diet guide for new mothers
Breastfeeding is an important guarantee for the healthy growth of babies, but many new mothers often face the problem of insufficient milk supply. This article will combine the popular discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to compile a scientific and effective list of lactation-inducing foods and provide practical suggestions.
1. Ranking of lactation-inducing foods (based on nutrition and feedback from mother groups)
| food category | Recommended food | Principle of lactation | Food recommendations |
|---|---|---|---|
| High quality protein | Crucian carp/pig's trotters/chicken | Provide breast milk synthetic raw materials | Make soup 3-4 times a week |
| Cereals | Millet/oats/black rice | Rich in B vitamins | Eat alternately as a staple food |
| Vegetables | Wild rice/luffa/spinach | Phytoestrogen effects | Stir-fry or make soup |
| Fruits | Fig/Papaya | Promote breast smoothness | Extra meal between meals |
| Nuts | Walnuts/Almonds | Good source of fat | A handful a day |
2. Top 3 popular lactation-inducing recipes in the past 10 days
1.Crucian carp tofu soup: The Douyin platform has been played more than 5 million times in a single day, and mothers have reported that it has a remarkable lactation-stimulating effect.
2.Wuhong Tang(Red dates + red beans + red peanuts + wolfberry + brown sugar): Xiaohongshu’s most popular recipe, with 82,000 discussions.
3.Rice dumplings: The number of views of the Weibo topic exceeded 120 million, but attention should be paid to the problem of alcohol volatilization.
3. Precautions reminded by nutrition experts
1. The daily water intake should reach 2000-3000ml, warm water is best.
2. Avoid foods that may cause lactation, such as leeks and hawthorn.
3. Ensure 7-8 hours of sleep every day, as prolactin is most secreted at night.
4. Effective combination solutions tested by netizens
| Plan | Implementation points | Effect feedback rate |
|---|---|---|
| Soup + massage | Drink soup before meal + acupoint massage | 89% |
| Balanced nutrition + personal feeding | Diverse diet + feeding on demand | 92% |
| Traditional Chinese Medicine Diet Therapy | Tongcao/Wangbuliuxing stew soup | 76% (requires physician guidance) |
5. Special reminder
1. Individual differences are obvious. It is recommended to observe for 3-5 days before adjusting the plan.
2. If the milk supply continues to be insufficient, consult a lactation consultant or doctor in time.
3. Maintaining a happy mood is more important than simply taking supplements. Anxiety will inhibit the lactation reflex.
The latest research shows that scientific diet combined with correct feeding methods can increase milk production by 40-60%. Remember there is no "super food", the key is balanced nutrition, adequate water, and your baby sucking more. I hope every mother can enjoy a happy breastfeeding time!
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