I love cooking with Sichuan pepper, but now that I'm pregnant, I'm careful about spices. Is Sichuan pepper safe to consume during pregnancy, or should I avoid it for now?
I felt so guilty after eating a spicy Schezwan noodle dish because my stomach burned all night. My advice would be to avoid it in the first trimester if you already have morning sickness.
Oh I totally feel you, those spicy food cravings are so real! But please be gentle on your stomach, my heartburn was so bad that I regretted eating spicy food later.
Sichuan pepper is generally safe in small culinary amounts, but it is very heaty and can trigger acid reflux. Try to limit it to just occasional treats rather than regular meals.
Haan na, moderate spice is fine but Sichuan pepper can cause terrible acidity. I had to completely cut down on spicy Chinese food during my pregnancy because of heartburn.
Personally, I ate Sichuan pepper dishes a few times during my second trimester and had no issues. But honestly, everyone's digestive system reacts differently during pregnancy, so just listen to your body.
