First pregnancy and everyone at home is giving different advice, koi kuch bolta hai koi kuch. Im confused which Indian foods I should really stay away from. Can you all list what u avoided?
Honestly, with twins, my cravings were double but so were the restrictions! I strictly avoided street food, especially pani puri, because the hygiene can be questionable. Also, no unpasteurised dairy, that's a big no-no for everyone.
Yes, this is so confusing sometimes, right? My gynac strictly told me no raw papaya and no pineapple, especially not in the first trimester. And I heard about some fish being risky too, but which ones specifically? Does anyone know?
Apart from the usual advice like avoiding street food or unpasteurized products, it's really important to get personalized guidance from your doctor. Especially if you have any underlying conditions like I had thyroid, certain foods might need extra caution specific to you.
I felt so overwhelmed with all the food rules when I was pregnant. My doctor said to avoid anything raw or undercooked, like sushi or half-boiled eggs, and stay away from certain types of fish with high mercury. It felt like I couldn't eat anything I enjoyed.
My mom and MIL were so careful about my diet when I stayed with them. They made sure I didn't eat anything outside, and strictly no raw eggs or anything fermenting too much. They said it's better to be safe and stick to ghar ka khana.
Okay, so basic rules: no street food, no raw papaya or pineapple, limit caffeine, and avoid processed meats or unpasteurized cheese. Also, make sure all your vegetables are thoroughly washed. These are the main ones to remember.
