Bean : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?

Pregnant woman 🤰

Yes, with conditions

Risk

Toxoplasmosis

Information

Beans are considered a healthy food and can easily be part of a healthy and varied diet for pregnant women. Beans are a good source of protein, contain dietary fibers and are rich in essential nutrients, especially in folate and iron. Studies have shown that consuming beans during pregnancy can help prevent certain congenital anomalies and provide enough nutrients to women and baby. However, it is important to remember that beans are a form of legume that can contain toxins that can be harmful to pregnant women and their babies. Therefore, it is important to wash the beans well before consuming them and cook them at an adequate temperature to reduce the risk of toxins. In conclusion, beans are considered safe for pregnant women and can easily be part of a healthy and varied diet. However, it is important to wash them well and cook them at an adequate temperature to reduce the risk of toxins.

All these recommendations are given as an indication based on ANSES information and cannot replace the advice of a health professional.

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