I often crave noodles, especially instant ones, but I'm not sure if they are good for me during pregnancy. Is it safe to eat noodles, or should I avoid them completely?
Omg, I practically lived on Maggie during my first trimester because of severe cravings! I used to toss in capsicum, carrots, and peas so I could tell myself it's healthy. Go satisfy your craving, just don't make it an everyday habit!
I completely understand how hard it is to control those cravings, dear. Eating instant noodles once in a while is perfectly fine, just make sure to add lots of veggies to make it a bit healthy. Don't worry too much, you're doing great.
It is absolutely fine to eat them in moderation. I had instant noodles quite a few times when I wanted a quick snack, and my baby is healthy. Just make sure they are cooked properly and not too spicy.
According to my pregnancy tracker app, instant noodles are safe but they have zero nutritional value and high MSG/sodium. If you are craving them, try whole wheat or atta noodles and load them with veggies to balance it out!
If your pregnancy is smooth, occasionally having noodles is fine. But if you have high blood pressure or gestational diabetes like I did, you should avoid instant noodles because of the high sodium and maida. Better to ask your doctor if you have any medical issues.
