I love cooking with a little bit of ajinomoto sometimes, especially in Chinese dishes. But now that I'm pregnant, I'm worried about it. Is there a safe amount of ajinomoto I can consume during pregnancy, or should I avoid it completely?
I was extremely cautious with Chinese food during my pregnancy because MSG and high sodium can spike your blood pressure. It is best to avoid Ajinomoto completely or keep it to a bare minimum. Always prioritize clean, home-cooked food.
Since I had thyroid issues, my doctor advised keeping sodium and processed foods low to avoid water retention. Ask your doctor during your next follow-up about MSG. They can guide you based on your overall health.
Beta, Ajinomoto is not good for baby's health at all, it is better to avoid. If you crave Chinese, make it at home using fresh garlic, ginger, and home spices. That is much safer and easier on the stomach.
I had crazy cravings for street food during my pregnancy and had some noodles with MSG once or twice. My toddler is perfectly healthy and active now! A tiny bit occasionally is totally fine, just don't make it a daily habit.
My MIL strictly banned Chinese food from outside because of Ajinomoto, she said it causes gas and bloating. So we made homemade noodles without MSG. Maybe try to avoid it for a few months, ghar ka khana is best.
Look, having a plate of fried rice once in a while won't do anything, but don't eat it daily. With my twins, I had no time to worry about every single ingredient, but kept MSG minimal. Just satisfy your craving and move on!
I literally read so many articles saying MSG can cross the placenta and got so scared! I would suggest avoiding Ajinomoto entirely just for your peace of mind. Why take even a small risk and then worry about it?
