I love peanuts, but my mother-in-law is telling me to avoid them during pregnancy, saying it might cause allergies in the baby. Can I eat peanuts during pregnancy, or should I really stay away from them?
I am in my second trimester now and I actually eat a few roasted peanuts daily for my evening hunger pangs, but I still get so anxious about whether they are completely safe. Does anyone else worry about nut allergies or heat in the body from peanuts? Let me know please!
While peanuts are generally healthy, it is always safest to ask your gynac first, especially if you or your family have any history of allergies. I always consult my doctor before adding any specific nuts to my daily diet to be absolutely sure.
I personally ate roasted peanuts and peanut butter throughout my pregnancy and loved it, as it helped with my protein intake. But everyone's body is different, so I just shared my own experience. Check with your doctor if you have any doubts.
Peanuts are actually great because they have a low glycemic index and don't spike your sugar levels. I had gestational diabetes and my doctor allowed me a small handful of plain roasted peanuts as a safe evening snack. Just make sure to avoid sugary peanut chikkis.
Of course you can! Peanuts are a great, budget-friendly source of protein and healthy fats. Just dry roast them at home or boil them with a little salt, but avoid those highly salted packet ones from the market.
