Can you drink dandelion water during your period?

Dandelion is a common Chinese herbal medicine with the effect of clearing away heat and toxic materials, swelling and resolving masses, diuretic and strangulation. However, dandelion is slightly cold and has a certain cool nature. Drinking dandelion water during menstruation may lead to dysmenorrhea, menstrual volume reduction, menstrual cycle disorder and other symptoms. Therefore, it is not recommended to drink dandelion water during menstruation.

If there is a need for clearing away heat and toxic materials, swelling and resolving masses, diuretic and strangulation, it is recommended to drink dandelion water after menstruation. At the same time, when drinking dandelion water, you need to pay attention to excessive drinking.