Can i have drumsticks during pregnancy?

Question

My mom keeps making drumstick sambar and says its good for me. But somewhere i read its better avoided early on. Im in 2nd trimester now, so is it okay to eat yaar?

Aishwarya Apte · Answer

Yes, I think they are very healthy and rich in iron. Just make sure they are well-cooked and eaten in moderate amounts.

Trishna Taneja · Answer

Arre, of course you can! I survived on sambar with drumsticks when I had no energy to cook. Just eat them cooked and don't overthink it, you need the energy!

Geetanjali Mehta · Answer

Having them cooked in sambar or sabzi is perfectly safe and healthy. Just avoid eating too much of anything during this time.

Vasanta Murthy · Answer

I was so worried about eating them because some people said they cause heat. But my mom told me that cooked drumsticks in small amounts are fine. Did you ask your doctor about it?

Vinita Murthy · Answer

I totally understand how we doubt every single food we eat out of love for our little baby. Cooked drumsticks are absolutely fine and very nutritious, dear.