Roshni Dutta Roshni Dutta Asked 5 months ago

Can i eat mango in pregnancy?

I'm pregnant and it's mango season here. Everyone has an opinion about eating mangoes during pregnancy. Can I eat mango without any worries, or should I limit it?

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Rohit Deshmukh Rohit Deshmukh Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago
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My wife's obstetrician mentioned that mangoes are a great source of Vitamin A and C. However, they are also high in sugar, so if you are borderline diabetic or have gestational diabetes, you must strictly limit the portion. Consult your doctor to see how much is safe for you.

Vikram Saluja Vikram Saluja Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

When we went for our regular checkup at Max Hospital, the doctor clearly said seasonal fruits like mango are fine but in moderation. Don't rely on random internet suggestions, always ask your own doctor who knows your medical history.

Lakshmi Prasad Lakshmi Prasad Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

My mother-in-law was worried about mangoes causing body heat, but our doctor assured us that one ripe mango a day is perfectly safe and healthy. I trusted the doctor and had them occasionally without any issues. Just soak them in water first.

Arjun Khanna Arjun Khanna Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Hey, don't worry too much. You can definitely enjoy a sweet mango during this beautiful phase. Just keep the portions small and avoid mango milkshakes as they can be too heavy on the stomach. Take care of yourself.

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Karan Johar Karan Johar Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Some websites say mangoes are a superfood, others say they cause miscarriage. This is why you shouldn't trust random online advice during pregnancy. Better to just call your doctor and verify directly.

Siddharth Mehra Siddharth Mehra Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Unless you are planning to eat ten mangoes a day, you are totally fine! Grab a slice and enjoy the season, just keep the wipes handy because it gets messy.

Pooja Hegde Pooja Hegde Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

I had some gestational sugar spikes in my sixth month, and my doctor immediately asked me to stop eating mangoes. If you have any underlying health issues or complications, please see your doctor before eating them.

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Geeta Sharma Geeta Sharma Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Eating organic, naturally ripened mangoes is best, avoid the ones ripened with chemicals. But if you feel any unusual stomach cramps or heavy acidity after eating them, don't ignore it and consult your doctor immediately.

Sita Ramaswamy Sita Ramaswamy Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

We always soak mangoes in water for at least two hours to reduce the natural 'heat' before eating. It really helped me avoid acidity during my pregnancy. Give it a try, it's a very practical home trick.

Rohan Bhatia Rohan Bhatia Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My pregnant wife had wild mango cravings at 2 AM. Honestly, she ate them and she is fine, though I lost half my sleep trying to find them in the kitchen. Just wash them well so you don't get a stomach upset.

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