Can pregnant women eat bell peppers? Bell pepper during pregnancy: maintaining vitamin balance

There are few people who, when preparing food, do not add any spices to it. What is the role of seasonings? Adding aroma and improving taste. In other words - stimulation of appetite.

Of course, at the very beginning of pregnancy, many women suffer from toxicosis, which manifests itself as nausea. Here you don’t even want to think about food, let alone spices... But this period passes - and the woman regains her appetite. In the first half of pregnancy, nutritionists, as a rule, do not limit pregnant women’s food intake - the main thing is that the nutrition is complete. But in the second half there are some restrictions. Unfortunately, at this time, not only the baby in the stomach grows rapidly, but also the appetite. And with it, extra pounds appear, which adversely affects the course of pregnancy.

As you know, many spices are not only herbs that improve appetite, but also medicines. And for each medicine the dose is very important. Therefore, when using spices, it would be nice to know what effect this or that seasoning has, in addition to improving the taste of the dish.

For example, everyone knows black pepper. It is added to food along with salt. By stimulating appetite, pepper also causes thirst. And the use large quantity liquid will lead to excess weight, appearance, and impaired renal function. Obstetricians and gynecologists assess this condition as a serious complication of pregnancy.

You should also not use spices that can increase: parsley, nettle, garlic. Garlic Previously it was even used to reduce the size of the uterus, but it was later discovered that it negatively affects the taste of milk. If you cannot give up garlic during pregnancy, then use it within reasonable limits: you should not cook all dishes with this spice, and if you want to eat fresh garlic, you should limit yourself to one clove and no more than two or three times a week. Bay leaf, when used in large quantities, can also stimulate contractile activity of the uterus - it is on the list of folk remedies for abortion. During pregnancy, it is undesirable to take those spices that not every housewife in the middle zone has, but can be used in oriental cuisine. This barberry, oregano, juniper berries, licorice. Some are added to dishes to stimulate appetite. sagebrush, but it is also undesirable in large doses during pregnancy.

Sometimes used in the preparation of confectionery, drinks and home canned food. ginger. This remedy is used to relieve menstrual cramps, but the no-shpa tablet, which is sometimes necessary to eliminate pregnancy symptoms, should not be replaced with gingerbread.

What conclusion can be drawn from all this? Do not use spices in large quantities so as not to stimulate your appetite, which is usually already strong during pregnancy. And in order not to cause unwanted effects for pregnancy, remember the dose!

And one more important fact. Almost all spices contain essential oils , which provoke a predisposition in the baby to allergic reactions. And treating allergies is much more difficult than preventing its occurrence.

Discussion

I can’t understand why the author allows himself to make such categorical statements. For example, doctors in some other countries do not prohibit spices for small children, pregnant women, or nursing mothers. And they still cannot understand why Russian pregnant women insist on a similar position: “Why can’t you spice it up? - Eat it.” Probably, everything here is very individual - local and family food traditions, a woman’s health, her predisposition to allergies, etc. and so on.
During my first pregnancy, I ate a lot of spices - the child is healthy, he does not have any allergies (I myself am allergic, but spices did not bother me), the child drank milk (and there were no problems with this). Some people can, some people can’t. And don't scare us in vain!

Have you ever met a person chewing bunches of bay leaves or eating handfuls of food seasonings? A completely pointless article. In my opinion, any normally thinking person would never think of gorging on spices. Here they write about the possibility of miscarriage from bay leaves, so for this effect it is necessary to brew a concentrated decoction. And it’s not a fact that it will work, so what happens from throwing a leaf into soup, or peppering a vegetable salad? They often recruit excess weight from sweets, and here are the seasonings.

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11. During an examination, can a doctor always confidently diagnose premature rupture of water?
With a massive rupture, making a diagnosis is not difficult. But, unfortunately, in almost half of the cases, doctors even at leading clinics doubt the diagnosis if they rely only on examination data and old research methods.

12. Is it possible to diagnose premature rupture of water using ultrasound?
An ultrasound examination makes it possible to tell whether a woman has oligohydramnios or not. But the cause of oligohydramnios can be not only rupture of the membranes, but also impaired fetal kidney function and other conditions. On the other hand, there are cases when a small rupture of the membranes occurs against the background of polyhydramnios, for example, with kidney pathology in a pregnant woman. Ultrasound is an important method of monitoring the condition of a woman who has had premature rupture of membranes, but does not answer the question of whether the membranes are intact.

13. Is it possible to detect water leakage using litmus paper?
Indeed, there is a method for determining amniotic fluid, based on determining the acidity of the vaginal environment. It is called a nitrazine test or amniotest. Normally, the vaginal environment is acidic, and the amniotic fluid is neutral. Therefore, the entry of amniotic fluid into the vagina leads to the fact that the acidity of the vaginal environment decreases. But, unfortunately, the acidity of the vaginal environment also decreases under other conditions, for example, infection, urine, or sperm. Therefore, unfortunately, a test based on determining the acidity of the vagina gives many both false positive and false negative results.

14. In many antenatal clinics They take a smear on the water, how accurate is this method for diagnosing premature rupture of water?
Vaginal discharge containing fetal fluid, when applied to a glass slide and dried, forms a pattern resembling fern leaves (fern phenomenon). Unfortunately, the test also produces many inaccurate results. In addition, in many medical institutions, laboratories are open only during the day and on weekdays.
15. What are the modern methods for diagnosing premature rupture of membranes?
Modern methods Diagnosis of premature rupture of membranes is based on the determination of specific proteins, which are abundant in amniotic fluid and are not normally found in vaginal discharge and other body fluids. To detect these substances, an antibody system is developed that is applied to the test strip. The principle of operation of such tests is similar to a pregnancy test. Most accurate test is a test based on the detection of a protein called placental alpha microglobulin. Commercial name – AmniSure®.

16. What is the accuracy of the Amnishur test?
The accuracy of the Amnishur test is 98.7%.

17. Can a woman perform the Amnishur test on her own?
Yes, unlike all other research methods, performing the Amnishur test does not require examination in mirrors and a woman can perform it at home. Everything you need to perform the test is included in the kit. This is a tampon, which is inserted into the vagina to a depth of 5-7 cm and held there for 1 minute, a test tube with a solvent, in which the tampon is washed for 1 minute and then discarded, and a test strip, which is inserted into the test tube. The result is read after 10 minutes. When positive result, as with a pregnancy test, 2 stripes appear. At negative result- one strip.

18. What should I do if the test result is positive?
If the test is positive, you must call ambulance or go to the maternity hospital if the pregnancy is more than 28 weeks and to the gynecological department of the hospital if the pregnancy is less than 28 weeks. The sooner treatment is started, the greater the chance of avoiding complications.

19. What to do if the test is negative?
If the test is negative, you can stay at home, but at your next visit to the doctor, you need to talk about the symptoms that are bothering you.

20. If more than 12 hours have passed since the supposed rupture of the membranes, is it possible to perform a test?
No, if more than 12 hours have passed since the supposed rupture and signs of rupture have stopped, the test may show an incorrect result.

Questions and answers about premature leakage of amniotic fluid

1. How common is premature rupture of membranes?
True premature rupture of membranes occurs in approximately every tenth pregnant woman. However, almost every fourth woman experiences certain symptoms that can be confused with premature rupture of membranes. This is a physiological increase in vaginal secretion, and slight urinary incontinence for more later pregnancy and copious discharge with genital tract infection.

2. How does premature rupture of membranes manifest?
If a massive rupture of the membranes occurs, it cannot be confused with anything: a large amount of clear, odorless and colorless liquid is immediately released. However, if the tear is small, doctors also call it a subclinical or high lateral tear, then it can be very difficult to make a diagnosis.

3. What is the danger of premature rupture of membranes?
There are 3 types of complications that can result from premature rupture of membranes. The most common and severe complication is the development of an ascending infection, up to neonatal sepsis. In a premature pregnancy, premature rupture of the membranes can lead to premature birth with all the consequences of birth premature baby. With massive rupture of water, mechanical injury to the fetus, prolapse of the umbilical cord, and placental abruption are possible.

4. Who is more likely to experience rupture of membranes?
Risk factors for premature rupture of membranes are infection of the genital organs, overstretching of the membranes as a result of polyhydramnios or multiple pregnancy, abdominal trauma, incomplete closure of the uterine os. An important factor risk is premature rupture of membranes during a previous pregnancy. However, in almost every 3rd woman, rupture of the membranes occurs in the absence of any significant risk factors.

5. How quickly does labor occur with premature rupture of membranes?
This is largely determined by the duration of pregnancy. In full-term pregnancy, spontaneous labor occurs within 12 hours in half of women and in more than 90% within 48 hours. In case of premature pregnancy, it is possible to maintain pregnancy for a week or longer if infection does not occur.

6. Is it normal for a small amount of amniotic fluid to be released?
Normally, the membranes are sealed and no, even the slightest penetration of amniotic fluid into the vagina occurs. Women often mistake increased vaginal secretion or slight urinary incontinence for leakage of amniotic fluid.

7. Is it true that in case of premature rupture of water, the pregnancy is terminated regardless of the term?
Premature rupture of membranes is indeed a very dangerous complication of pregnancy, but with timely diagnosis, hospitalization and timely treatment premature pregnancy It is often possible to extend it if infection does not occur. In full-term and near-term pregnancies, as a rule, the onset of pregnancy is stimulated. labor activity. Modern methods of diagnosis and treatment in this case also make it possible to smoothly prepare a woman for childbirth.
8. If premature rupture of the membranes occurs, but the mucous plug does not come off, does it protect against infection?
The mucus plug does protect against infection, but when the membranes rupture, the mucus plug's protection alone is not enough. If treatment is not started within 24 hours of the rupture, serious infectious complications can occur.

9. Is it true that the waters are divided into anterior and posterior and the outpouring of the anterior waters is not dangerous, it often occurs normally?
The amniotic fluid is indeed divided into anterior and posterior, but no matter where the rupture occurs, it is the gateway to infection.

10. What precedes a breakup?
The rupture of the membranes itself occurs painlessly and without any warning signs.

Is it possible for a pregnant woman to eat spices? What spices should you not eat during pregnancy? For example, doctors in some other countries do not prohibit spices for small children, pregnant women, or nursing mothers.

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In my opinion, if there is no tendency to allergies, then everything is possible.
I eat a lot of garlic, I like quite peppery dishes, ketchup... I didn’t limit myself to this with any of my children - neither when I was pregnant nor when breastfeeding. In my opinion, no one ever expressed displeasure. The children themselves now eat onions, garlic and ketchup. However, they are not particularly friendly with pepper.

And the food and spices that you use, first of all, should be familiar to you (that is, you always ate it and during pregnancy too)

The basis for the normal functioning of the body is vitamin balance. It is also the main condition for the proper development and formation of the fetus in the womb of the expectant mother.

If, during the period of bearing a baby, a girl feels dizzy and drowsy, has a sudden change in mood and gets tired quickly, it’s worth thinking about. All of the above are the first signs of vitamin deficiency.

Spicy foods during pregnancy

During pregnancy, a girl's taste preferences.

You may suddenly want something salty, sweet or spicy. Many expectant mothers ask themselves the question: is it possible to eat spicy food in an “interesting position”? A small amount of such products will not only not be harmful to the body, but also beneficial. But you need to know when to stop and not get carried away.

Spicy foods can affect the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, stimulate digestion and relieve nausea. An overdose will have the opposite effect. Heartburn will appear and the functioning of the stomach will be disrupted.

In order to accurately determine the load for yourself and your future baby, you need to consult with your doctor and choose the optimal diet taking into account individual indicators.

What are the benefits of spicy food during pregnancy?

Third place in the list of tastes preferred by expectant mothers is spicy food.

The need for salty and spicy foods is dictated by an insufficient amount of gastric juice in the body due to hormonal changes.

If consumed wisely, this diet will help improve blood circulation and stimulate the secretion of gastric juice. Spicy foods will help in the production of serotonin (popularly called the “happiness hormone”). As a result, there is a victory in the fight against blues and depression, which often accompany the expectant mother throughout pregnancy. In addition to the fact that hot pepper helps cope with pain, it will also, when consumed in reasonable doses, reduce the risk of thrombosis.

Often, by the twenty-fourth week of pregnancy, a girl’s taste preferences return to normal.

Disadvantages of eating spicy food

1. Abuse of such products can lead to heartburn, flatulence, intestinal upset and bouts of nausea.
2. Girls who had problems with the gastrointestinal tract and liver before pregnancy need to carefully monitor their diet.
3. Another disadvantage of eating spicy and salty foods is thirst, which will torment the expectant mother after eating. Excess fluid can lead to swelling and put serious strain on the heart muscle and kidneys. This often results in a feeling of heaviness in the stomach and discomfort in the diaphragm area.
4. Spicy and salty - no best friends for pregnant women recent months « interesting situation" It is better to exclude them from the daily diet and replace them with dried seeds and unsalted cheese, which is very useful for pregnant women.

Bell pepper during pregnancy

It contains a large number of different vitamins and minerals that are so useful for expectant mothers. Thanks to the microelements that are included in its composition, it maintains vitamin balance in the body. The list of its components includes Vitamins of groups A, B, C, E, K and R.

Vitamin group B has more than five elements in its arsenal that stimulate the functioning of the immune and cardiac systems of a pregnant girl. The concentration of vitamins A, C and K is several times higher than in citrus fruits, carrots and currants. In addition, the percentage of sugar in bell peppers is significantly lower than in the above products.

This vegetable contains many minerals, including calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium and others. All of them help regulate and stabilize the functioning of many organs and even entire systems of the expectant mother’s body. Eating pepper strengthens muscles, blood vessels, bones, teeth and hair, and improves vision.

Proteins, amino acids, fats, water and many other trace elements will have a stimulating effect on the intestines, stomach, urinary and bile organs.

With the help of bell pepper, you can get rid of such unpleasant phenomena as depression, insomnia, memory problems, inattention, muscle and nervous strain, malfunction of the gastrointestinal tract and immune system, increased blood viscosity and impaired blood supply to blood vessels and the brain.

A brightly colored vegetable is a good prevention of thrombophlebitis.

Eating it will protect a pregnant girl from infectious and colds, swelling, tachycardia, changes in blood pressure, loss of hair and teeth, mood swings, drowsiness and fatigue. Useful microelements will help remove excess fluid from the body.

When should you not eat bell peppers?

It is not recommended to eat it if it occurs allergic reaction on any of its components. With all its advantages, bell pepper should not be taken by girls with high acidity and those who have diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys and liver.

Memo for expectant mothers

• Vegetables that were grown in greenhouses should not be consumed in large quantities.
• Often, fertilizers and chemicals that are used during cultivation do not have the best effect on the body of the mother and her child.
• Heat treatment of vegetables can neutralize the effect of toxic agents.

Sweet bell pepper is an indispensable guest on the table, especially in summer period. Fresh in a salad, stewed in a stew, baked with meat or grilled, in any form it is delicious and no less healthy than other vegetables.

Why are bell peppers called that?

Sweet bell pepper has been known to the world for a long time. His homeland is North and South America, from which he emigrated to Turkey in the 15th century, then he visited Spain, and from there to the territory of present-day Bulgaria. Two centuries later, the Bulgarians exported pepper to the territory of Ukraine, Moldova and Russia. Hot chili peppers also came to us from the Northern Continent.

History says that bell peppers were brought to Europe by Columbus, who first tasted the vegetable in Haiti and appreciated its taste.

This vegetable has become popular due to its taste, as well as beneficial properties on the human body.

IN Soviet time Bulgaria supplied many vegetables to the markets of the USSR, including the cultivation and sale of sweet peppers. That is why the pepper acquired the name “Bulgarian”, meaning the country from which it came.

Today, bell pepper is grown in many parts of Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine. In regions with insufficient warm and sunny days, peppers are grown in special greenhouses.

Why bell pepper is good for women: the unique properties of the vegetable

The beneficial properties of sweet bell peppers are difficult to overestimate. The vegetable has a unique composition - a complex of vitamins (A, C, P and all B vitamins) and minerals (K-potassium, Ca-calcium, Na-sodium, Fe-iron, F-fluorine, Zn-zinc, Mg-magnesium) . Sweet pepper, also known as paprika, is rich in fiber and healthy carbohydrates, while the calorie content of the vegetable is quite low - 28 calories per 100 grams.

Red bell peppers are ideal for women who are on a diet or are pregnant and are afraid of gaining excess weight.

Oddly enough, all the benefits are in the seeds of this vegetable, but rarely anyone eats them.

Benefits of bell pepper:

• Helps cope with depression, insomnia and fatigue;
• Normalizes the nervous system and increases vitality;
• Due to the high content of vitamin C in pepper, you can strengthen the immune system and protect the body from annual diseases;
• It is recommended to include red and yellow peppers in the diet for women who suffer from anemia and are susceptible to the formation of blood clots in the blood vessels;
• Regular consumption of paprika has a beneficial effect on appearance women - nails become stronger, and hair is manageable and shiny. For dry and dull skin, you can use pepper not only for food, but also as a face mask.

What are the benefits of red sweet peppers for children?

A growing body needs vitamins, so many mothers strive to feed their child fresh vegetables and fruits especially during their ripening period. Children do not always like bell pepper, although it brings great benefits.

Paprika has reserves of phytosterols, which have a beneficial effect on metabolism in the body and lower cholesterol levels in the blood. In bell pepper yellow color contains a lot of iron and potassium, which are so necessary for the child. Daily consumption of a small amount of fresh pepper normalizes the functioning of the heart and musculoskeletal system, protects the growing body from infections.

Vitamins A and C contained in pepper have a beneficial effect on vision, strengthen the immune system and normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.

Modern pediatricians recommend including sweet peppers in a child’s diet after he or she reaches 18 months. Complementary feeding should start with green fruits and a few pieces. It is better to give stewed peppers with other vegetables - raw vegetables can cause bloating.

Bell pepper during pregnancy: benefit or harm

The benefits of paprika for a pregnant woman are invaluable. During the period of bearing a baby, a woman needs a double portion of vitamins, and she also strives to eat as healthy as possible so that the fetus receives only useful substances.

During pregnancy, a woman may experience drowsiness, fatigue, nervousness and frequent mood swings - these signs indicate vitamin deficiency.

To get rid of it without using it medicines, it is enough to include pepper in your daily diet, not ground black, but a fresh Bulgarian aromatic vegetable.

The benefits of bell pepper for women during pregnancy:

• Phytosterols in pepper help normalize the functioning of the intestines and stomach;
• Lycopene, contained in red bell peppers, removes toxins from the body and prevents cells from destruction;
• Capsaicin prevents the formation of blood clots and thins the blood in the veins;
• Beta-carotene improves vision;
• Ascorbic acid found in yellow bell peppers improves immunity;
• Potassium and iron have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems;
• Bell peppers contain the hormone of joy, but, unlike chocolate, they do not accumulate excess fats and sugars in a woman’s body.

Peppers grown in greenhouses using fertilizers are not entirely beneficial for pregnant women. Pesticides found in vegetables can harm mother and unborn baby.

Review from experts: benefits of bell pepper (video)

It is not recommended to abuse bell pepper for women who have ever had problems with the stomach, liver, or kidneys. The occurrence of heartburn and frequent belching is also considered a reason to remove sweet peppers from your diet. In any case, it is better to consult a doctor before adding vegetables to your daily menu.

What a fresh product looks like, as well as contraindications and storage conditions.

What is useful for expectant mothers

Bell pepper contains a large amount of vitamins and microelements. It is especially useful for women, as it can be used to eliminate nervous tension, high cholesterol levels, malfunction of the immune system and gastrointestinal tract, and also remove waste and toxins from the body. IN folk medicine The fruit is used to prevent thrombophlebitis and atherosclerosis.

Did you know? Scientists believe that pepper can prevent the appearance of cancer cells and their development.

As for the composition, this vegetable contains a huge amount of vitamins C, B, P, sodium salts, phosphorus, zinc, and potassium. Pepper is called a natural antidepressant, because it improves well-being. It also helps improve vision and vascular condition. If you consume the optimal amount of pepper throughout, a woman will be able to get rid of brittle nails, as well as acne. The sweet fruit can be consumed by women before and during the entire period. The vitamins and minerals contained in it not only help organize the correct formation of vitamin A, but also supply the required amount of nutrients to the body.

Contraindications and harm

Bell peppers have certain benefits during pregnancy, but there are also harms. Unfortunately, it is a low-calorie product. It can also increase hunger. Therefore, it should not be consumed by those wishing to lose weight.

Important! Do not eat the fruit if you have heartburn.

It is also not recommended to use pepper for those girls who have high acidity, hypertension, or diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys or liver. These diseases can worsen when eating vegetables.

How to choose the right one when purchasing

Bell peppers should only be bought fresh, especially during pregnancy. Next, you will learn how to choose a vegetable.

• the surface should be slightly shiny, smooth and without damage. Any damage can lead to rapid rotting of the fruit and be a source of proliferation of harmful bacteria;
• the tail of the vegetable should be green, as this proves that the product is really fresh;
• the fruit should be elastic and juicy;
• The color can be any (orange, yellow, green or red), but there should be no stains. Green indicates that it is not yet ripe;
• the skin should be dry;
• there should be no plaque on the surface of the vegetable.

• there are mechanical damages and cracks;
• the stalk is missing;
• wrinkled peel;
• the slightest signs of rotting;
• the fruit is too large, the peel is very shiny (means that the vegetable has been processed);
• plaque on the surface;
• inclusions (these are signs of infection or the process of rotting).

Important! You should not put pepper in plastic bag- so it will deteriorate faster.

How and where to store fresh

If you store ripe fruit in the right conditions, then it can last for about 5 months. The main thing is to put it in a place where the air humidity does not rise above 90%, and the temperature remains no higher than +2 °C. If you bought an unripe fruit, it should be stored at room temperature away from light and heat. This way it can last for several weeks. But it is better to store ripe ones in the refrigerator, as they will quickly spoil.

Precautionary measures

Now it’s worth discussing whether bell peppers can be used. At this time, the woman’s body weakens, and the load on the organs increases. And the child requires a lot of useful substances. If you regularly consume the vegetable, you will be able to get rid of the appearance of increased or decreased hair loss, as well as a constant feeling of fatigue. As for precautionary measures, it is best to heat treat a store-bought product. Yes, you will lose vitamins, but this will help prevent bowel irritation, burping or burping. However, it may become a forbidden product for you. The fact is that there may be differences in products that before women didn't notice. If you experience a rash or redness after eating bell pepper, it is best to exclude the product from your diet.

Did you know? There are “boys” and “girls” in bell pepper fruits. If the fetus has 3 sectors, then in front of you« boy» , and if 4 - this is the fruit of a female (they are sweeter than male ones).

In what form is it better to eat, what can be done and what is combined with

Bell peppers, both in the early and late stages, can be eaten fresh, most importantly - in moderation. It is recommended to eat up to two fruits per day to replenish the supply of vitamins and minerals. It is also recommended to do vegetable juice, adding bell pepper to it. It quenches thirst no worse than water and replenishes the body useful substances. You can also prepare stuffed peppers with meat by adding zucchini. The fruit goes well with many other products, but it is best to add pepper to fresh salads, especially in the summer. It goes well with cabbage, seafood, meat, any side dish, as well as other vegetables. Pepper is a unique product that can be consumed during... The main thing is to choose the right fruit on the counter and prepare it for consumption.

Changing food preferences in pregnant women is not uncommon. Most expectant mothers, while expecting a baby, are faced with an unbearable desire to eat a certain product, sometimes not entirely healthy. Many women are drawn to spicy food during pregnancy, even if they previously did not like such food.

Unusual gastronomic desires during pregnancy are explained simply. Their cause is hormonal changes occurring in the body of the expectant mother, affecting appetite and taste preferences.

There is also an opinion that cravings for spicy food appear due to a deficiency of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, which is necessary for normal digestion. In this case, the body needs additional stimulation, which spicy foods can provide.

Another theory states that the desire to eat something spicy indicates elevated level cholesterol in a pregnant woman. If you doubt whether your blood counts are normal, you can check this assumption by taking the appropriate test. If the problem is confirmed, the woman should reconsider her diet and start following a special diet.

But still, situations when expectant mothers want spicy food due to health problems are extremely rare. In most cases, this is a normal whim of the pregnant body.

Can pregnant women eat spicy food?

Is it possible to have acute food during pregnancy or to the expectant mother Is it better to limit yourself to such food? IN small quantity Spicy dishes cannot harm a woman and her baby. It is even possible to benefit from such a gastronomic hobby. There is information that spicy foods contribute to:

• reducing nausea during toxicosis;
• improving blood circulation;
• acceleration of metabolic processes;
• getting rid of cholesterol plaques;
• the production of serotonin (the hormone of joy), which is responsible for a good mood.

In addition, scientists claim that eating foods containing hot pepper, serves as the prevention of cancer. Therefore, if you do not feel discomfort from spicy food, you should not deny yourself the pleasure. At the same time, it is better to choose the most natural products and not abuse them.

What spicy foods are acceptable?

Not everything spicy during pregnancy is equally beneficial. Among the spices allowed for expectant mothers is curry. It is a spice native to India, made from dried turmeric root and has a powdery consistency.

It has a mildly pronounced pungent taste and a specific spicy aroma. Curry is added to many meat dishes, vegetable stews, and is also used in the preparation of sauces.

Also, if you really want something spicy, you can drink drinks containing cardamom or ginger. The plants are completely safe for pregnant women, and when added to a morning dose of tea, they help eliminate the manifestations of toxicosis.

You can season salads, boiled potatoes or meat with ground black pepper. This spice is rich in chromium, which expectant mothers need to maintain normal level blood pressure. Black pepper is also beneficial for women who experience high blood sugar during pregnancy.

If the period of craving for spicy foods occurs in spring-summer, you can satisfy your desire with the help of fresh green onions. Its shoots contain folic acid, which is necessary for the normal formation of the baby's organs.

Situations when it is better to abstain from spicy foods

Whether spicy food is harmful during pregnancy largely depends on the woman’s health. Contraindications to the use of spices are:

1. Increased stomach acidity, heartburn, peptic ulcer. Irritation of the gastrointestinal mucosa by burning foods aggravates existing problems.
2. Tendency to edema. Since spicy food causes severe thirst, leading to the consumption of large amounts of liquid, eating such food is not recommended for women who monitor their drinking regime and try to get rid of edema.
3. Diarrhea and hemorrhoids. Spicy foods can provoke increased intestinal motility, which is undesirable for the listed conditions.
4. Cholelithiasis. Burning food causes increased production of bile and can provoke the movement of stones and blockage of the ducts.

Contrary to popular belief that spicy foods during pregnancy can cause contractions ahead of time, spices themselves do not pose a threat. But their abuse causes increased gas formation and gastrointestinal irritation, which can affect uterine tone. In this regard, spices and peppery dishes are strictly prohibited for women in the third trimester of pregnancy.