Cresson of Fontaine : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?
Pregnant woman 🤰
Risk
Toxoplasmosis
Information
The Cresson de Fontaine is a edible plant appreciated for its nutritional qualities. It is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. During pregnancy, it is quite possible to eat fountain watercress. Not only can this be good for the health of the mother, but it can also provide significant nutrients to the developing baby. The Cresson de Fontaine is a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, iron and calcium. These nutrients are essential for the baby's healthy development. In addition, the fountain watercress is rich in antioxidants that help protect the mother and the baby from diseases and infections. However, it is important to ensure that the fountain watercress is fresh and not contaminated. The consumption of a contaminated fountain watercress can lead to complications for the mother and the baby. It is therefore preferable to consume fountain watercress bought in a store or cultivated in a biological manner. In conclusion, it is possible to eat fountain watercress during pregnancy. However, it is important to ensure that watercress is fresh and not contaminated.
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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