Is maida safe during pregnancy?

Question

I have such bad cravings for naan, pav and biscuits these days, all maida stuff yaar. Mummy keeps scolding me to eat less of it. Is it actually harmful in pregnancy or okay if i have it once in a while?

Tulsi Mitra · Answer

I am planning my pregnancy now and also trying to cut down on maida since it can cause weight gain. Do you guys find it hard to completely avoid outside foods like pizza and pasta, or did you find good wheat alternatives?

Varsha Jadhav · Answer

Haan, thoda bohot eatable hai, par bilkul avoid karo toh better hai na. Maida digest hone me bahut time leta hai aur pregnancy me waise hi constipation ka darr rehta hai. Isse achha wheat or ragi options khao.

Mamta Murugan · Answer

Yes, it is safe to eat occasionally in small amounts, but try to avoid eating too much of it as it has no nutrition.

Nirmala Agarwal · Answer

Try to avoid maida as much as possible because it can cause major constipation issues. After my C-section, dealing with constipation was incredibly painful during recovery, so I really wish I had eaten more fiber-rich foods instead of maida earlier.

Sangeeta Agarwal · Answer

Maida has zero nutritional value and can cause spikes in blood sugar and severe constipation. I completely avoided it and stuck to whole grains, along with my regular walks since my doctor permitted it. It's much better to choose healthier options for you and the baby.

Varsha Jadhav · Answer

I had a completely normal delivery and ate a balanced diet, but I did indulge in some samosas or momos occasionally! It is totally safe in moderation, just don't make it a daily habit so you stay healthy and active.