Can we eat beetroot in pregnancy?

Question

My mom keeps adding chukandar in everything saying its good for blood. Im 5 months and my hb was a little low last time. Is beetroot actually safe and helpful or too much of it is not good?

Esha Kumar · Answer

Yes, you can absolutely eat it, it is very good for health. Just make sure to wash and peel it properly before eating it raw.

Unnati Rajput · Answer

Beta, beetroot is very good for strength. You can steam it or make a light halwa with minimal sugar to keep your blood pure.

Yukti Doshi · Answer

Beetroot is great for blood levels, you can make a nice soup or raita. But if you have stomach pain or loose motions, better to stop and ask your gynac.

Shilpi Majmudar · Answer

Actually yaar, beetroot is super healthy because it helps boost your hemoglobin. I used to have beetroot and carrot juice regularly.

Jasoda Rana · Answer

I eat beetroot salad with my lunch almost daily, is that fine? Or should we limit the quantity during the second trimester?