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Posted a month ago
Any alternative fruits for Vitamin C except oranges.
Can I eat oranges in pregnancy? I don't like oranges. But its rich in vitamin C so i have to consume it. Any alternatives available. I don't like lemon and grapes also.
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Answered a month ago
You absolutely do not have to force yourself to eat oranges! While Vitamin C is essential during pregnancy for boosting immunity and helping your body absorb iron, there are many delicious alternatives available in Indian markets that you might enjoy much more. Here are some wonderful Vitamin C-rich options to try: Guava (Amrood): Surprisingly, one guava contains almost four times more Vitamin C than an orange. Amla (Indian Gooseberry): A true superfood; if raw is too sour, enjoy it as sweet amla murabba or cooked chutney. Ripe Papaya & Mango: Fully ripe papaya and seasonal mangoes are completely safe in... See more
Posted 2 months ago
Spill the tea, moms: What is the most absurd pregnancy myth your relatives insisted was 100% true?
Spill the tea, moms: What is the most absurd pregnancy myth your relatives insisted was 100% true?
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Answered 2 months ago
The most absurd myth local aunties and mothers-in-law swear by is that drinking glassfuls of milk mixed with heavy spoonfuls of ghee in the ninth month will "lubricate the birth canal" so the baby slides out easily! Another classic is drinking kesar (saffron) milk for a fair-skinned baby. While these traditions come from love, medically, excess ghee only causes severe heartburn and unwanted weight gain, while your baby’s complexion is entirely decided by genetics, not saffron.
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