After meals i usually have a sweet paan, purani aadat hai. Ab pregnant hu (12 weeks) and suddenly worried if it's okay to continue. Anyone asked their gynac about this?
Actually, clinical studies show that betel quid (paan with supari/tobacco) increases the risk of miscarriage and preterm birth due to toxic alkaloids. Even plain meetha paan from shops can contain harmful sweeteners or colors, so it's best to steer clear of it entirely.
Honestly, it is best to say no to paan right now. Even if you want meetha paan, the supari and other additives in it are not safe. I had severe cravings for something fresh after meals, so I just chewed some plain saunf or cardamom instead.
No no, paan is not safe at all! 🚫 Especially the tobacco or supari inside it, they can cause complications. If you have digestion issues, try some plain saunf (fennel) or hot water instead! 👍
Uff, no way! Paan contains supari which is a big NO for the baby. If you really want that flavor, maybe just sniff some cardamom or have a simple saunf, but keep your hands off the paan stall!
Is it really that bad? I sometimes chew a tiny bit of plain betel leaf for digestion after dinner. But I always make sure there is no supari or chuna in it. Is that also risky?
Since I had a PCOS pregnancy, I was very careful with what I ate. Standard paan has ingredients like supari and chuna which can interfere with nutrient absorption. It's best to be safe and avoid it completely, or at least ask your gynecologist first.
It's better to avoid it. Plain betel leaf is sometimes okay for digestion, but the betel nuts, lime, and tobacco in normal paan are dangerous for fetal development. Just stick to healthy home-cooked food for now.
Absolutely avoid any paan from outside shops. The risk of tobacco and betel nuts is too high, and they can cause heart palpitations. For digestion, try a light walk after your meals or consult your doctor for safe herbal teas.
Please avoid chewing paan during pregnancy. Betel nuts (supari) and tobacco are strictly harmful and can lead to growth issues in the baby. Make sure to check with your doctor during your regular follow-ups before trying any such local delicacies.
I actually ate a sweet paan once in my first trimester and panicked so badly when I read online that it is unsafe! My doctor calmed me down and said occasional plain leaf is fine, but strictly avoid supari and tobacco. So please don't eat it regularly.
Suno, bilkul mat khana yaar! Paan mein jo supari hoti hai na, wo baby ke liye bilkul acchi nahi hai. Agar bohot crave ho raha hai toh bas thodi saunf ya mishri kha lo, stress mat lo.
I understand those intense pregnancy cravings so well, sometimes you just want that refreshing taste! But please stay away from paan because betel nut is clinically linked to low birth weight. Keep your little baby safe and try some simple mint leaves instead.
