My MIL made karela sabzi today and ghar pe everyone says avoid it in pregnancy. Im in second trimester and actually I like karela. Is it really not safe yaar? confused.
Karela is great for blood sugar, but during pregnancy, keep the quantity very limited. If you ever feel stomach pain or cramps after eating anything, skip home remedies and directly call your doctor.
Oh, I was actually wondering about this too! Some people say bitter gourd can cause contractions if eaten in huge quantities, but a little bit in lunch should be fine, right? Let's see what other moms say.
I ate well-cooked karela sabzi a few times during my second trimester and had no issues. Just make sure you scrape the seeds out as they are sometimes not recommended, and eat it in moderation.
Chill yaarr, eating a little bit of karela sabzi won't harm anything! Just don't go drinking bitter gourd juice daily. Eat whatever you like in limit and don't stress too much!
Yes, my mother used to make karela podi and said it is good for health, but advised not to eat too much of it as it is very heating. It's always best to have it in moderation and consult your gynac if you feel any discomfort.
I completely understand why you are worried, even I used to google every vegetable before eating! Karela is generally safe in small amounts, but if it makes you anxious, just avoid it or ask your doctor to be safe.
My saas always says that too much karela is hot for the body, so she only allowed me to have it once in two weeks. A small portion cooked well with spices is perfectly fine, don't worry.
