FOODS TO EAT AND TO AVOID

DURING PREGNANCY
BY- TANISTHA KHANDELWAL
 LEGUMES

Fiber-rich kidney, black, pinto and other beans can

be good for your digestive system, and they're
fantastic sources of iron and protein. It's true you
might get a little gassy after eating beans, but when
passed through breast milk, they won't give your
baby gas.
 GREEN VEGETABLES

Green leafy vegetables such as spinach, fenugreek

leaves, mustard greens are rich in minerals such as iron,
calcium, and folate. They are also a good source of beta
carotene and riboflavin. Women who are breastfeeding
are advised to eat one or two portions of green leafy
vegetables every day to enhance lactation.
 SEEDS

Seeds have lots of benefits for a breastfeeding

mother. Seeds contain anesthetic properties that
improve back pain. It also increases milk
production in lactating mothers. It also heals the
body internally post-delivery.

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 TURMERIC

Turmeric. Studies have found that consuming turmeric is

safe for breastfeeding mamas. Because of the spice's
anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric cream is actually
used by some as a topical ointment to help with
inflammation during mastitis.
 NUTS

Packed with healthy fats and antioxidants, nuts can give

your milk a boost. Walnuts, almonds, cashews, and
pistachios are all a great choice. If your milk supply is low,
snack on raw or roasted nuts.