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What should I eat after just having an abortion?

Asked by:Mermaid

Asked on:Apr 10, 2026 05:50 AM

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  • Benson Benson

    Apr 10, 2026

      After abortion, women, no matter how strong their physical fitness, will become fragile. At this time, women need to replenish their bodies with sufficient nutrition in a timely manner. That is to say, at this time, women need to focus more on their diet. A nutritious diet can help patients regain their strength in the shortest time after an abortion. There are many things that women need to pay attention to after an abortion, and women also need to do a good job in post-operative care.

      What is better to eat after abortion?

      First, add more protein

      Post-abortion patients need to supplement high-quality protein, especially vegetables containing iron, which can prevent the occurrence of anemia. Food selection must be nutritious and easy to digest and absorb. It can supply fresh fish, tender chicken, eggs, animal liver, animal blood, lean meat, soy products, dairy, dates, lotus seeds, fresh fruits and vegetables.

      Second, egg and date soup

      Egg and date soup is a food that patients can eat more. The required ingredients include: 2 eggs, 10 red dates, and an appropriate amount of brown sugar. Put the water in the pot and bring it to a boil, then add the eggs and cook. Then add the red dates and brown sugar to the water and simmer for 20 minutes. It has the effect of replenishing qi and nourishing blood. It is suitable for the treatment of anemia and deficiency of Qi and blood after illness and painless abortion surgery.

      Third, soy milk and rice porridge

      Soy milk and rice porridge is also very good for abortion. The materials and methods include: 2 bowls of soy milk, 50 grams of rice, and appropriate amount of sugar. Wash the rice, cook it with soy milk to make porridge, add sugar after it is cooked and drink it. Take it every morning on an empty stomach. It has the effect of reconciling the spleen and stomach, clearing away heat and moisturizing. Suitable for painless treatment of fluid deficiency.

      Things to note

      1. Pay attention to keeping warm: After abortion, you must be careful not to touch cold water in the short term and pay attention to keeping warm.

      2. Maintain local hygiene: Keep the vulva clean during recovery after abortion. Sanitary napkins and other supplies and underwear should be washed and changed frequently. Do not take a sitz bath within half a month after the operation to avoid infection.

      3. Pay attention to rest: After abortion, you should rest in bed for at least 2-3 days before you can get out of bed. Do not engage in heavy physical labor or cold water labor within half a month to avoid overexertion.

      After a woman has an abortion, her body is very weak. At this time, a woman should learn to take good care of her body. Only in this way can her body recover as quickly as possible.