Nut oil : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?
Pregnant woman 🤰
Yes!
Risk
No risk
Information
Nut oil can be an excellent source of nutrition during pregnancy. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and essential minerals, making it a very nutritious food. In addition, it is low in calories and saturated fats, which makes it ideal for pregnant women who monitor their consumption of fats and calories. However, when you consume nut oil during pregnancy, you need to be moderation. Nut oil can contain high quantities of erucic acid, which is considered a natural compound but can present risks for the development of the fetus. High rates of erucic acid can increase the risk of congenital malformations and growth problems in unborn babies. Therefore, it is important to make sure that the nut oil you consume during pregnancy is high quality and does not contain excessive quantities of erucic acid. You should also limit your nut oil consumption to about one to two tablespoons per day. Finally, be sure to consume various foods to make sure you cover your nutritional needs during pregnancy.
All these recommendations are given as an indication based on ANSES information and cannot replace the advice of a health professional.
