Menstruation is a special period when womankind shall pay special attention to avoiding eating raw or cold foodstuff. When traditional Chinese medical science renders “raw and cold”, it not only means drinking of low temperature, but also means foodstuff of cold nature. Raw and cold foods should not be taken too much although they feature both clearing away heat and toxic element, and nourishing Yin to reduce pathogenic fire.

Balsam pear, as a typical cold-natured food, is one of the most popular vegetables in summer. Women suffer blood loss in menstruation with lower immunity. Especially those with weak and cold physique and with dysmenorrheal trends experience obstructed menstruation. Girls with such symptoms shall not eat balsam pear before and after menstrual period.