Question 1

can pregnant women eat lasagna?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sounds great!

Question 2

pregnant women can't eat kiwis, why?

Accepted Answer

Kiwi are ok: Kiwis are OK to eat in pregnancy.  They contain fiber (helps with constipation) Vitamin C, folate (folic acid) and even Vitamin K (helps the blood clot after delivery).  All these are great to have in pregnancy!  Enjoy!

Question 3

can pregnant women eat swai fillets?

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Yes: Swai is considered a good choice due to its low mercury levels. The FDA recommends that pregnant or breastfeeding women and young children should not eat fish, Shark, Swordfish, King mackerel and Tilefish from the Gulf of Mexico. Hoe that helps.

Question 4

can a pregnant woman eat ham?

Accepted Answer

Cooked:yes, Deli:no: Pregnant women can eat cooked ham but should avoid unprocessed, unpasteurized, or deli meats and dairy products.

Question 5

can pregnant women eat caviar?

Accepted Answer

Sure its healthy: Caviar is pretty nutritious . it a good source of protein and healthy fats if you dont put too much stuff on it.

Question 6

can pregnant women eat gimbap?

Accepted Answer

Cooked: If the filling is cooked, there is no reason for a pregnant woman to not eat it. I trust that for the sake of your and your baby's health, you are under the care of a doctor and taking prenatal vitamins.

Question 7

can pregnant women eat cranberry?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Moderation in all things.

Question 8

could pregnant women eat rosemary?

Accepted Answer

In normal amounts: Normal dietary amounts are fine, but rosemary capsules or large amounts may not be safe.

Question 9

why can't pregnant women eat crab?

Accepted Answer

Mercury: Crabs and other shellfish are scavengers.  They tend to eat dead fish that drop to the bottom.  The fish that died had acquired a lifetime of heavy metals and is now eaten by the shellfish.  This tends to concentrate heavy metals in the shellfish.  The most worrisome heavy metal is Mercury.    For this reason, it is recommended that you limit your intake during pregnancy.  Best wishes!

Question 10

can pregnant women eat spinach dip?

Accepted Answer

Spinach dip: The spinach is cooked so that should be fine. Is cheese used for this particular recipe? Don't eat food that has sat out without refrigeration for too long.

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