I was using a protein shake regularly before pregnancy for my workouts. Now im not sure if i should continue it or stop. Is it safe to keep having protein drinks while pregnant? pls share if anyone uses them.
I would not just pick up any protein drink off the shelf, some have added stuff not meant for pregnancy. My gynac suggested a specific pregnancy safe one for me. Please ask your doctor before starting any supplement drink.
My doc said normal food protein is best, and only certain pregnancy formulated drinks are okay if you are short on intake. The regular gym protein powders often have additives to avoid. Best to show the label to your gynac and let them approve it.
It depends on the product, the maternal nutrition ones are generally fine but the fitness ones not necessarily. Try to get protein from dal, eggs, paneer and nuts first. For a supplement drink, just confirm with your doctor.
I wanted my protein for energy and workouts, but I dropped my usual gym powder once pregnant. My dietician gave me a safe maternal one instead. Get the protein from real food mostly and let the doctor pick any drink.
