From Folic Acid to Fiber: The Benefits of Guava for Pregnancy

Eating guava is healthy in all stages of pregnancy. It contains abundant nutrients and is beneficial for health in many ways. The nutrients present in guava are very important for a pregnant woman. Guava contains vitamin B9, folic acid etc. which are considered very important for women during pregnancy. Eating guava during pregnancy can have the following benefits:

• Eating guava during pregnancy keeps the digestive system fine. The chances of gastric problems, nausea etc. are also reduced. 
• Magnesium found in guava helps the muscles and nerves to function smoothly and protects the newborn from neurological disorders (disorders related to the brain, nerves and spinal cord).
• The presence of antioxidants like vitamin A and vitamin C in guava helps prevent bacterial infections.
• Guava also controls blood pressure levels and also prevents miscarriage and premature delivery. Consumption of guava can also prevent gestational diabetes.
• The antioxidants present in guava also help in fighting cancer.
• Being rich in fiber and iron, guava also reduces the amount of cholesterol in the blood and also prevents the risk of anemia.
• Vitamin A available in guava improves eyesight. 

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Generally, eating guava during pregnancy has not been proven harmful, but still eating guava in large quantities, especially after peeling its peel, can cause diarrhea. Guava contains a very high amount of fiber, so eating too much guava during pregnancy can be harmful. Diarrhea during pregnancy is not good for both the mother and the child.Eating semi-ripe guava during pregnancy can cause toothache, so take full care to eat only fully ripe guava.

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It is safe for pregnant women to eat at least one fresh guava a day. You can eat one cup of chopped guava. Guava can be consumed in the form of jelly, jam, salad and juice but do not eat packaged guava jelly and jam available in the market. It is believed that guava with white pulp is more nutritious than guava with red pulp, so it is better to eat guava with white pulp.1 to 2 guavas can be eaten daily but if you are suffering from any disease, then consult a doctor before including guava in your diet. Sometimes guava is also used in powder form but this should not be done. Eating raw guava is healthy.

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Take the following precautions while eating guava during pregnancy:

• Wash the fruit thoroughly before eating it because like normal fruits, guava can also be ripened by chemicals, so eating the fruit without washing it can cause infection.
• Sometimes guava can also cause allergies, in this case pregnant women can eat pineapple and strawberry.

So far no side effects have been reported regarding the consumption of guava during pregnancy. However, it is also true that consuming any fruit in excess during pregnancy or at any time can be harmful. Consume guava in appropriate quantities as much as possible.

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Eating guava during pregnancy can be safe and beneficial. Guava is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, folic acid, potassium, and fiber, which are very beneficial for pregnant women. Folic acid helps in the development of the fetus' brain and spinal cord, while vitamins C and A strengthen the immune system. Fiber improves digestion and helps relieve problems like constipation, which are common during pregnancy. However, it is important to consult a doctor before consuming any fruit or food item to get the right guidelines according to individual health conditions.