sarifa (custard apple) is my fav fruit and its season right now yaar. but my saas said avoid it during pregnancy, no proper reason given. is it actually a problem or just a myth? im 4 months.
Yes, custard apple or sitaphal is perfectly fine during pregnancy. It is actually loaded with vitamins and good fiber. Just don't eat the seeds and eat it in moderation because it is high in natural sugars.
Oh even I was wondering about this last week because I am in my 5th month now and dying to eat sarifa! Did your elders also tell you it is too thanda or sweet? I am a bit scared of getting a cold, did anyone else eat it without any issues?
Haan bilkul kha sakte ho, humare yahan toh ise sitaphal bolte hain aur sab khate hain. Bas dhyan rakhna ki zyada mat khana kyunki yeh thoda thanda hota hai na. Normal limit me khao, mast fruit hai!
Sarifa is great for health, I remember eating it during my pregnancy to manage my mood swings and morning sickness. It is very rich and creamy, which helps when you can't digest other foods. Just make sure it is fresh and clean.
Sarifa is actually very nutritious for pregnant moms as it contains vitamin A and C which are great for baby's skin and eyes. Just wash it thoroughly before eating. If you have gestational diabetes, though, do ask your doctor once before having it.
I actually ate a lot of sitaphal during my second trimester because I had crazy sweet cravings. It didn't cause me any issues at all and baby was totally fine. But yes, I only had one small fruit at a time.
