Pregnant women can eat leeks. Because it is a treasure chest of nutrition: protein, fat, carbohydrates, calcium, carotene and vitamin C are all available, which is very beneficial to the nutrition of pregnant mothers and fetal development. Some dietary fiber can promote digestion, is conducive to the discharge of carcinogens and toxic substances, improve constipation, and is very beneficial to pregnancy. The taste of leeks is also very appetizing, and many expectant mothers will lose their appetite during pregnancy. At this time, it is better to have some leeks to appetize.
Precautions for pregnant women to eat leeks
Even the best things should be cooked correctly and eaten scientifically.
1. leeks must be thoroughly washed before cooking, especially the roots that are prone to pesticide residues, which can be washed by soaking in salt water.
2. Leek can't be eaten raw. Leek is difficult to digest. Eating raw food will affect the stomach. You should not eat raw food during pregnancy to avoid being infected by microorganisms or parasites.
3. Don't overheat leek, because overheating will make it lose its rich vitamin B and destroy its nutrition.
4. The food is similar, leek can't be eaten with beef, honey, rice vinegar, liquor, milk, etc.
5. Pregnant women should not eat leeks in large quantities, so as not to cause intestinal discomfort such as abdominal distension and diarrhea, and may also lead to the excitement of pregnant women's uterus and strengthen uterine contraction.