Honestly im craving hakka noodles and manchurian so badly these days. But thoda scared because of all the sauces and ajinomoto. Anyone had chinese during pregnancy, was it ok?
Yaar, I used to crave spicy Hakka noodles so much during my third trimester, actually! My doctor just told me to avoid MSG and make sure the veggies are washed properly. So I started making Indian-style Chinese at home with less soy sauce, it was super yum and safe.
Having PCOS made me super cautious about what I ate during my pregnancy journey. Chinese food from outside can sometimes cause heavy bloating or insulin spikes because of the refined flour and sauces. Maybe try making a healthier version at home with wheat noodles to satisfy your cravings safely.
When I had my cravings, I specifically asked my senior nutritionist at the hospital during my monthly checkup about Chinese food. She told me home-cooked Chinese without Ajinomoto is perfectly safe. Always safer to clarify such dietary doubts directly with your hospital care team.
Look, having Chinese food occasionally is totally fine, but avoid street-side stalls. The main issue is MSG and high sodium which can cause water retention and bloating. If you're craving it, order from a hygienic place and ask them to make it light on salt and sauces.
I was so terrified of food poisoning that I literally googled every single ingredient in noodles! If you really want to eat Chinese, please make sure the place is super clean and the food is piping hot. Even a small stomach infection during this time can be so stressful, so just be extra careful, okay?
