I ate well-cooked moringa leaves in my dal during my third trimester and it helped my hemoglobin levels. Just make sure to wash them properly to avoid any infection.
I tried eating moringa leaves for iron, but the strong taste triggered my morning sickness a lot. If you can tolerate the smell, cook it nicely with some dal to make it easier on your stomach.
In my home, my MIL insisted on adding murungai keerai to sambar for iron. I checked with my doctor first, and she said cooked leaves in moderation are absolutely fine and healthy.
Moringa leaves are great for iron and nutrition when cooked well in home meals. But if you have any stomach upset or cramping, stop eating them and ask your doctor.
I freaked out after eating moringa leaves once because someone told me it causes heat. But my doctor assured me that normal cooked leaves are totally fine, so don't panic!
While moringa is packed with nutrients, there are mixed views on it during pregnancy. It's always best to have a quick word with your doctor before adding it to your regular diet.
