Can I eat mangoes during early pregnancy?
Disease description:
My wife is just two months pregnant, and recently she has been craving mangoes. However, I've heard that pregnant women need to be particularly careful with their diet, so I would like to know whether it's safe to eat mangoes during the early stages of pregnancy.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lu
Mangoes can generally be consumed during early pregnancy, but in moderation and with attention to individual body conditions.
Mangoes have a unique aroma and a sweet-sour taste, which can help alleviate morning sickness symptoms such as nausea and vomiting to some extent. Additionally, the dietary fiber in mangoes can promote gastrointestinal motility and help prevent constipation during pregnancy. The vitamin C content in mangoes has antioxidant properties, which can enhance the pregnant woman's immune system and aid in resisting potential infections during pregnancy.
However, pregnant women should pay attention to moderate consumption of mangoes. It is recommended that daily intake should not exceed 200 grams to avoid increasing gastrointestinal burden and causing indigestion. It is also important to ensure the mangoes purchased are fresh and fully ripe, avoiding spoiled or unripe mangoes.
If a pregnant woman is allergic to mangoes, she should avoid consuming them to prevent allergic reactions such as whole-body itching, nausea, and vomiting. Blood sugar levels should also be monitored when consuming mangoes, as mangoes contain a certain amount of sugar. Pregnant women with gestational diabetes should consume them cautiously to avoid elevated blood sugar levels.
