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26 weeks pregnant, i drink two or three cocoa per day, is it harmful drinking cocoa in pregnancy??? thanks

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

In general: Eliminating or moderating caffeine use during pregnancy is recommended. Congratulations and take care.

Answered 6/25/2017

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Dr. Hugh Pabarue answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Cocoa: Cocoa during pregnancy, for the most part, is ok if taken in moderation. Cocoa tends to have a small amount of caffeine, which can cross the placenta and increase the baby's heart rate, blood pressure, and affect the absorption and use of iron, calcium, and magnesium. So large amounts can affect the baby's health. I would try and limit your caffeine intake and maybe cut back on the cocoa to 1-2/d

Answered 1/5/2021

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