Can I drink lamb soup during menopause

Menopausal women can generally drink lamb soup in moderation, but those with yin deficiency and excessive fire constitution need to be cautious. Lamb soup is rich in high-quality protein and iron elements, which can help improve Qi and blood deficiency, but excessive intake may exacerbate discomfort such as hot flashes and night sweats.

Lamb soup contains rich heme iron and high-quality protein, which has a positive effect on preventing anemia and maintaining muscle mass in menopausal women. Its warming and nourishing properties are suitable for women who are usually afraid of cold and have cold hands and feet. It can be paired with white radish to balance dryness and heat. It is recommended to stew lean meat parts and drink them 1-2 times a week, avoiding consumption with spicy seasonings. After meals, it is recommended to consume moderate amounts of cool fruits such as pears to neutralize warm ones. People with Yin deficiency constitution may experience dry mouth and tongue, aggravated insomnia, and other symptoms after drinking. This group of people is more suitable for using nourishing ingredients such as duck meat and Tremella fuciformis to make soup. Women with combined hypertension and hyperuricemia should control the purine content in the soup, skim off floating oil, and limit the frequency of consumption. During menstruation or when experiencing a cold or fever, consumption should be temporarily suspended.

Menopausal diet should pay attention to the combination of nutritional balance and physical conditioning. In addition to drinking lamb soup in moderation, it is recommended to increase the intake of soy products and deep-sea fish, and supplement with plant estrogens and omega-3 fatty acids. It can be used with lily and lotus seed Congee, medlar and chrysanthemum tea and other food therapies to soothe the nerves and nourish the yin. Maintaining moderate exercise will help promote nutrition absorption and emotional regulation. If there are obvious symptoms of dryness and heat, it is necessary to consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for constitution differentiation in a timely manner.