Eggnog (also sometimes called milk punch) is a delicious holiday treat. Some of its ingredients, like cinnamon and other spices, can even have some benefits while pregnant. However, there is some...
Posts by Gina Waggott, Medically Reviewed by Janet Gordon RD, MBDA
Cinnamon not only tastes delicious, but it has many excellent health benefits. You can enjoy cinnamon with many different foods, as long as you don’t overdo it. Consuming too much cinnamon has...
You may have heard that lemons can help with nausea during pregnancy. Is this true? And are there any risks to consuming lemons while pregnant? Lemons provide many nutrients, some of which are...
Cheese is one of those pregnancy topics that is never clear-cut because much of its safety relies on how it's made and stored. If a good pungent, gooey brie is one of your favorites, then you've...
Can You Chew Gum When Pregnant? Is It Safe to Eat When Swallowed?
Many women wonder if it’s safe to chew gum when pregnant. What about sweeteners? Is it safe if you accidentally swallow the gum? You can definitely enjoy some kinds of chewing gum while...
Whether you’re pregnant or not, you know that it’s crucial to avoid eating any type of fish or seafood that’s high in mercury levels. Tilapia is considered to be safe to eat when pregnant,...