Honestly namkeen is my go to snack whenever the nausea settles a bit. But i worry about the salt and all the masala. 1st trimester here, is having it sometimes ok or should i cut down?
Arre haan, kyun nahi! Namkeen khana bilkul theek hai as long as you eat in moderation. Jyada salt se thoda bloating ho sakta hai na. But cravings satisfy karne ke liye ek chhota packet kabhi kabhi to chalta hai. Just try to choose baked ones or less spicy.
Ho na, I think thoda bahut to chalta hai. During my pregnancy, I used to crave some salty stuff sometimes. Just make sure it's not too oily or spicy, and you don't overdo it. Ghar pe banao toh aur bhi accha hai, you know what ingredients are going in. Take care, okay?
With pregnancy, it's always better to be cautious. Namkeen can be high in sodium, and for some women, this might affect blood pressure or cause swelling. My gynac had put me on a very strict low-sodium diet because of some issues. So, it's best to discuss this with your doctor and see if it's okay for *you*.
Initially, I was so worried about every little thing I ate, including namkeen! But then my doctor reassured me that as long as I wasn't eating huge amounts daily, it was okay. Just listen to your body and don't feel guilty for those small cravings. A little treat now and then is perfectly fine.
Oh, this is something I've been wondering about too! I love my evening namkeen with chai. So glad to see everyone's replies. I guess moderation is key for everything during this time. I'll make sure to ask my future gynac about this when the time comes!
