I love adding khus khus in my gravy and kheer, its kind of my comfort food. But MIL said better avoid it these days without telling me why. Now im confused, is poppy seeds safe in pregnancy or should i stop?
I am in my 2nd trimester and my family was planning to make a poppy seed dish, but I read online that it might not be very safe. I am feeling a bit anxious about whether to eat it or not, has anyone else's doctor given a clear yes or no on this?
My doctor strictly told me that poppy seeds can sometimes have unwashed poppy straw residue which has morphine traces, so it's best to totally avoid them, especially in the first and second trimesters. Even in small amounts on breads or sweets, it's better to stay safe.
I remember craving khus khus kheer when I was pregnant, but my elders advised me to skip it. Now looking back at my toddler, I'm glad I stayed cautious and avoided it. Better safe than sorry during those crucial nine months!
Honestly, I completely avoided khus khus during my pregnancy just to be on the safe side, as my mother told me it's better not to take any chances. I preferred sticking to simple almonds and walnuts instead.
It is generally recommended to avoid poppy seeds (khus khus) during pregnancy because they can contain trace amounts of opiates depending on how they are processed. It's always safest to consult your doctor before consuming them in any dish.
