Question
My baby was born with a high bilirubin level, and their skin has a yellowish color. What kind of diet should the mother follow to help treat the baby’s jaundice?
Answer
Based on your description, the mother can drink decoctions of Yin Chen, jujube seeds, and white mugwort root as tea to help treat the baby’s jaundice. Additionally, make sure to give the baby plenty of warm water. If the bilirubin level remains high after two weeks, it is important to seek medical attention promptly and not delay the treatment. Patients should develop good living habits, maintain regular schedules, quit smoking and drinking, increase daily exercise, boost immunity, and avoid recurrence of the condition.