Can sodium benzoate cause harm in pregnancy?

Question

I was checking the ingredients of some packaged food items, and saw 'sodium benzoate' listed. I'm pregnant and trying to be careful. Can sodium benzoate cause harm during pregnancy?

Khushi Sanyal · Answer

Don't stress, you'd have to drink gallons of preserved juice for it to do anything! Just stick to fresh ghar ka khana and you'll be absolutely fine.

Jasmin Kachwaha · Answer

Haan, processed aur packaged food me yeh preservative hota hi hai. Jitna ho sake fresh fruits aur ghar ka khana khao na, baby ke liye vahi sabse best hai.

Mishti Chawla · Answer

It's best to minimize processed foods that contain heavy preservatives. Eating freshly prepared home-cooked meals is always the safest option for you and the baby.

Amrutha Venkatesh · Answer

I am in my 2nd trimester and noticed this preservative listed on my favorite sauce bottle. Is anyone else avoiding processed foods completely because of these chemicals?

Sunanda Kini · Answer

Beta, avoid outside packed pickles and squashes during these months because of these chemicals. Drink fresh coconut water or home-made lemon juice instead, it is much safer for the child.