Is it safe to eat honey during pregnancy?
I've heard conflicting things about eating honey during pregnancy. Is it safe to include it in my diet, like in my tea or on toast? I love honey, but want to be careful.
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5 months ago
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Yaar, actually, honey is generally considered safe during pregnancy! It's not like that rule for infants, where they can't have it. My doc said it's totally fine, good for immunity and all. Just make sure it's from a reliable source, no weird raw stuff na.
7 months ago
Oh, honey is a very old remedy! I ate honey during both my pregnancies, and my mother and grandmother did too. It's good for a cough or just for general health. The concerns about honey are mostly for very young babies, not for pregnant mothers. So yes, it's generally considered safe.
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7 months ago
I totally panicked about this too because of the 'no honey for babies' rule! But then I asked my gynaecologist, and she reassured me that it's completely safe for pregnant women. The botulism spores don't cross the placenta. So, you can enjoy your honey without worry!
7 months ago
Yes, it's generally safe. Just ensure it's pasteurized honey to be extra cautious.
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6 months ago
Yes, generally honey is considered safe for consumption during pregnancy. The concerns about botulism are typically for infants, not for adults or pregnant women. But as always, if you have any specific concerns, it's good to check with your doctor.