Is It Safe: Food

Peanuts, fish, and caffeine... Are they OK, or should you stay away?
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11 Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
Food matters—especially when you're pregnant. Here are 11 foods to avoid during pregnancy, and some alternative ideas to try in their ... Read More
Woman Drinking Wine
Alcohol and Pregnancy: Is Timing Everything?
When it comes to drinking alcohol during pregnancy and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, is it all in the timing?
Barbecue
Bye-Bye BBQ?
That juicy rack of barbecue spare ribs may be calling your name, but you may want to pass on grilled meats—at least until after your due date. ... Read More
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Caffeine and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Some experts suggest giving up caffeine during pregnancy altogether. Some say as many as four cups of coffee a day won't hurt anyone. So what’s ... Read More
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Is Seafood Safe During Pregnancy?
Now that you're eating for two, you're probably thinking twice about the foods you consume. One food group that many pregnant women have ... Read More
Peanuts in a Bowl
New Evidence that Eating Peanuts during Pregnancy Ups Allergy Risk for Infants
Not eating peanuts may not be a bad idea while pregnant—it may lead to an increased risk of peanut allergies down the road for your baby. ... Read More
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Too Much Caffeine May Lead to Smaller Babies
Love your coffee but worry about the effects of caffeine during pregnancy? You may have good reason.
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What Not to Eat During Pregnancy
Mmmm, pickles and ice cream.... If you experience crazy cravings during pregnancy, it's fine to give in to most of them. Just make a habit of ... Read More
Eating Licorice While Pregnant May Harm Children’s Health
Love your licorice? You may want to find something else to curb the craving during pregnancy—it could increase your baby’s risk of disease ... Read More
FDA Advisory on Methyl Mercury in Fish
Is it safe to eat fish if you're trying to conceive, pregnant, or nursing? Get the facts from a trusted OB-GYN.
Is it Safe to Go Carb-Free During Pregnancy?
Can a pregnant or breastfeeding woman tailor the popular low-carbohydrate diets to meet the needs of her developing baby and her own body? ... Read More
No Link Between Moderate Caffeine Consumption and Miscarriage
The ACOG has changed its position on moderate caffeine consumption while pregnant.
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