The government says not to eat non-veg during pregnancy, doctors have the opposite opinion, what should women do now?

Can we eat non veg during pregnancy?

A booklet released by the Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy advised pregnant women to avoid non-vegetarian food and keep spiritual thoughts. This booklet released by Minister of State for AYUSH Shripad Naik had faced a lot of criticism in the medical world.

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What was your opinion?

Minister of State for AYUSH Shripad Naik also said, “It is a general principle of naturopathy that non-vegetarian food should be avoided during pregnancy.” However, nutritionists and doctors oppose this and believe that pregnant women can eat non-veg.

can eat non veg

In an article published in India.com, Dr Manju Khemani, Gynecologist at Max Smart Super Specialty Hospital, says that there is no solid evidence or reason behind such statements or instructions. Non-vegetarian food contains a lot of protein. Pregnant women can eat eggs, fish and chicken.

At the same time, Dr. Radha Jain of Genesis Center for Mother and Child Health Care also says that you can eat non-vegetarian food during pregnancy but the meat should be cooked properly. You can avoid chicken due to flu.

What is the reason for worry?

Some people feel that eating meat during pregnancy is harmful for both the mother and the baby, but doctors and nutritionists say that eating meat in balanced quantities is safe during pregnancy. Some people are concerned that meat contains high potassium and cholesterol, which can lead to weight gain. Doctors advise that if you are not allergic to any food, then you can eat meat even during pregnancy. Rather, eating a small amount of meat daily provides your body with raw fats which are beneficial for the development of the baby.

don’t eat too much

However, consuming excessive amounts of non-vegetarian food during pregnancy can be harmful for both the mother and the baby. It can cause digestive problems such as diarrhea, constipation and flatulence.