What are the differences between Chinese confinement and Indian confinement?

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As Idza as mentioned, both confinement practises are different in approach but very similar in their dietary requirements which is to purge out the "wind" in the body after delivery, to promote blood circulation, to strengthen the joints and to avoid "cooling" foods during the confinement period. I saw this article that compares the different approaches and found it quite interesting to read. It in, it compares the confiment practices between the Chinese, Malay & Indian. http://www.healthxchange.com.sg/healthyliving/womenhealth/Pages/confinement-food-in-chinese-malay-and-indian-cultures.aspx

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