I get a lot of gas and bloating these days, and hing goli usually helps me at home. Im 4 months. Just want to check before i keep having it, is it fine na?
Please be very careful with hing goli, dear. Hing is known to produce a lot of heat in the body and some elders say it can be risky in early pregnancy. I would highly recommend asking your gynac before eating any ayurvedic or herbal golis just to be 100% safe.
According to my pregnancy tracker app, high doses of asafetida (hing) should be avoided because it can stimulate the uterus. A small pinch in food is completely fine, but concentrated hing golis aren't recommended. Better to stick to simple home-made buttermilk with roasted cumin.
Oh, I almost ate one when I had terrible gas, but then I googled and got so scared! Apparently, hing goli has strong spices and herbs that might not be safe during pregnancy. I immediately called my gynac's assistant and she told me to strictly avoid such pills and gave me a safe syrup instead.
I totally understand how uncomfortable that heavy, bloated feeling can be, sweetheart. But please don't take hing golis without asking your doctor, as some ingredients might be too strong for the baby. Try drinking warm water with a few fennel seeds (saunf) instead to feel lighter.
It's better to avoid hing goli because hing in concentrated form can sometimes cause heat or contractions. For gas, just drink warm water or buttermilk instead.
I actually asked my premium care team about ayurvedic digestive pills like hing goli, and they strictly advised against over-the-counter herbal tablets. They told me that if I have severe acidity or gas, they can prescribe a safe, tested antacid instead. Always clarify with the doctor first.
Be cautious with digestive candies because some of them also have hidden sugar or high sodium contents. If u are dealing with gas, try adding just a tiny pinch of hing in your cooked dal or drink plain warm water. Always confirm with your doctor first.
