Is salad good for pregnancy?

Question

I'm trying to eat more fresh and healthy during my pregnancy, and I'm thinking of having more salads. Is salad good for pregnancy? Are there any specific vegetables to include or avoid?

Niharika Chawla · Answer

Actually yaar, salads are great but outside salads can be risky due to hygiene. Better to make fresh salads at home and wash them with warm water.

Dakshina Parekh · Answer

Salads are excellent for keeping your weight in check along with light walks. Just ensure everything is washed thoroughly to avoid stomach infections, and consult your doc about your workout routine too.

Bhramaramba Pai · Answer

I hear salads are very healthy during this time. I hope to include more raw veggies in my diet too once I get my positive result, fingers crossed.

Dipti Babu · Answer

Salads are so healthy for you and the little one. Just remember to wash the veggies really well, you are doing a great job caring for your health.

Ishita Parekh · Answer

I kept reading about bacteria on raw salad leaves and got so anxious. Maybe light steaming the veggies before making salad would be a safer option?

Yukti Muthukrishnan · Answer

Green salad is good but honestly, I barely had energy to chop veggies with my baby crying. If you have the energy, go for it, just make sure it's super clean!

Hema Shukla · Answer

Salads are good but don't eat raw cabbage or unwashed leafy greens during pregnancy. Eat freshly prepared home salad and avoid outside street food completely.