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Quinoa safe during pregnancy
Is eating qunioa healthy or safe during pregnancy?i wnated to know as am 20th week pregnanct and whether can have quinoa?
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Foods like quinoa, oats can be safely consumed during pregnancy as they contain calcium, calories not very high, fibre and some amount of protein too.
So it is healthy and definitely consumed during pregnancy.
Take care.
Have a safe and happy pregnancy and childbirth.
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Yes it is healthy
It is super food rich in calcium , protein, vitamins so it’s very healthy
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Yes this is safe for pregnancy. In pregnancy requirement of calcium protein and fiber increases and quinoa is rich in calcium, protein, iron and fibre
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Ms. Syeda Rumana
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hi, i have a few suggestions for you, it would be great if you can msg me directly so that i can give you a call and explain how you can follow a healthy diet during pregnency,regards.
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Ms. Prerana Solanki
Dietitian/Nutritionist
10 yrs exp
Kolkata
Yes quinoa is safe.
For better advise do personal consultation to get the right advice as per your current health.
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Ms. Kanupreet Arora
Dietitian/Nutritionist
11 yrs exp
Ludhiana
Hi yes Quinoa is completely safe to consume in pregnancy.
Its great source of protein and micro minerals
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Add lot of veggies to make a salad
2.) you can make dhal quinoa khichdi
3.) quinoa upma
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Please be careful, try out with small quantities initially, as large amounts can cause gastric issues.
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Ms. Kapila
Dietitian/Nutritionist
13 yrs exp
Ludhiana
Hi,
You may include Quinoa in your diet. Enriched with calcium, iron, protein & fiber proves good for you & the development of baby. Add lot of veggies while cooking.
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
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17 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Gud morning yes u can have.
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
Yes its safe in pregnancy
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