Is dates good during pregnancy?

Question

My mom keeps telling me to eat khajoor daily, says its good for delivery. Im 28 weeks now. Just wanted to check if its actually helpful or just a ghar pe wala thing?

Dipti Sanghvi · Answer

Yes, dates are very good for iron and energy. But don't eat too many in the early months; keeping it to 2 daily is more than enough.

Radhika Bhatia · Answer

They are very healthy, but always check with your gynac about the right quantity according to your pregnancy month.

Gulabi Parmar · Answer

They are highly nutritious, but if you have gestational diabetes, dates can spike your sugar levels. Please consult your doctor before eating them.

Urvi Naik · Answer

Dates are great for natural energy before a light walk. Just ensure your sugar levels are fine and your doctor allows them in your diet.

Anwesha Kamath · Answer

I was very scared of eating 'hot' foods like dates, but my doctor assured me that 2 dates a day is perfectly safe. Just don't overeat them.

Nita Sen · Answer

Mummy used to give me 2-3 dates with warm milk every night. It really helped with my physical strength and kept my digestion smooth.

Yamini Vyas · Answer

I ate a couple of dates daily for natural nutrition, but do check with your doctor first if you have any specific dietary restrictions.

Shreya Thakkar · Answer

Dates are a super convenient snack to carry to the office. They give you a quick energy boost during busy work hours.