Pregnancy food safety · 2 entries
Beans and legumes during pregnancy
Of the 2 beans and legumes entries here, 2 are fine. Usually it's how something was cooked or stored that decides it, not the food itself — each entry says which, and why.
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Beans and legumes
SafeBeans are great for pregnancy! They are a good natural source of protein, iron, folic acid, potassium, magnesium, and essential fatty acids. They're also a great food for fiber, which can help prevent and relieve two common pregnancy discomforts: constipation and hemorrhoids. So eat beans daily, cook them as you like, and enjoy your meal! Hummus and tahini included.
Hummus and tahini
SafeHummus is a great product full of nutrients, and it's fine to eat during pregnancy — neither the CDC nor the FDA puts it on any avoid list, and the same goes for tahini. Treat it like any fresh dip: buy it cold, keep it cold, don't leave the tub out for hours, and finish it within a few days of opening.
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