What to eat and not eat during early pregnancy?

Question

I'm in my early pregnancy stage and I want to make sure I'm eating right for my baby's health. What are some of the essential foods to include in my diet, and what should I strictly avoid during these first few months? I need a clear guide.

Dakshina Khandelwal · Answer

Keep it simple and clean. Avoid sushi, soft cheese, and raw meat, and focus on fully cooked ghar ka khana and nuts.

Manorama Biswal · Answer

I just completed my 1st trimester and relied heavily on warm ginger water for nausea. Did you guys also feel completely put off by the smell of garlic and tadka?

Monisha Nanda · Answer

In early pregnancy, food is a war zone! Avoid anything raw or unwashed, and just eat whatever stays in your tummy—even if it's just boiled potatoes for a week!

Poonam Talwar · Answer

You don't need expensive exotic fruits like avocados; local apples, bananas, and simple dal-chawal work great and fit the budget perfectly. Just avoid raw/unpasteurized stuff.

Shraddha Mishra · Answer

Eat fresh homemade khana like dal, rice, and fresh fruits. Avoid raw papaya, pineapple, and uncooked eggs, and if you have severe vomiting or can't keep food down, please call your doctor.