Palak was my best friend because I was so anemic! Now I have a 3-month-old keeping me awake all night, and I wish palak could give me superpowers to sleep. Definitely eat it, you'll need the energy!
Palak is great, but if you have thyroid issues, check with your doctor once because sometimes raw goitrogenic foods need caution. Cooked palak is usually fine, but regular doctor follow-up is necessary.
Haan bilkul, palak toh super food hai pregnancy mein! I used to love eating garma-garam palak khichdi and palak paneer. Just make sure it is cooked well, raw salad form mein mat lena.
Since I had some kidney issues during my pregnancy, my doctor restricted my palak intake due to oxalates. Please discuss your daily diet chart with your gynac once to be 100% safe.
Beta, palak is very good as it is full of iron and folate. Just make sure to wash it thoroughly to remove all dirt, and cook it properly with a little cumin and ginger.
Obviously it is good, green veggies are a must. Just don't overeat it thinking you'll get instant iron, balance everything with other veggies too. And wash it like crazy, dirt can cause infections.
Having had PCOS, I was very careful with my diet and added cooked palak for insulin control and iron. It is safe and nutritious, but just take it in moderation and don't skip your regular checkups.
Yes, palak is highly recommended for folate which is crucial in early weeks. Please wash it very carefully with warm water to avoid any bacteria, as our bodies are very sensitive right now.
Spinach is wonderful, I ate it throughout my pregnancy and even now while breastfeeding. It keeps your hemoglobin levels strong which is so important for postpartum recovery.
As a nurse's friend, I always tell everyone that palak has non-heme iron, so squeeze some lemon juice on it to help your body absorb the iron better. It's a simple medical hack!
