Can ivy gourd be eaten during pregnancy?

Question

We make tindora sabzi quite often at ghar pe but I read somewhere to be careful in pregnancy. Im in second trimester. Is it actually fine to eat or should I skip it na?

Swati Panda · Answer

Kundru is very healthy. I used to eat it cooked with mild spices, it's very easy to digest and good for hydration.

Raj Laxmi · Answer

It's perfectly safe and contains essential minerals. Just avoid eating wild variety of ivy gourd, stick to the normal ones from the market.

Darshana Boloor · Answer

My doctor told me ivy gourd contains great fiber and vitamin C, which help avoid constipation during pregnancy. Just eat it cooked, not raw.

Anindita Rawal · Answer

My saas makes delicious tindora fry for me, she says it keeps blood sugar in check. It is completely safe.

Komal Goyal · Answer

Yes, I ate a lot of cooked tindora/ivy gourd during pregnancy and even after my C-section. It's very light on the stomach.

Meenakshi Dubey · Answer

Yes, beta, kundru is very safe and healthy. Just wash it thoroughly and cook it fresh, no need to worry.

Charulata Sethi · Answer

My tracking app says kundru/tindora is great for gestational diabetes and digestion. It's totally safe to eat!

Champa Ganguly · Answer

Tindora is totally fine, yaar. Actually, it's really good for managing sugar levels, just cook it nicely.

Rani Mangal · Answer

Ivy gourd has a low glycemic index, making it great for pregnancy. Just make sure it is cooked well; consult your nutritionist for any specific diet queries.

Lata Murthy · Answer

Tindora is totally safe, sweetie! Don't stress too much about every veggie, just enjoy your home-cooked meals.