Why pregnant women should reduce intake of hot and spicy foods?

Hi

Why do they say that pregnant women should reduce hot and spicy foods??

Hi,
It is very simple thing to avoid spicy food, because too much masala would cause heart burns, stomach pain, gastric etc along with your harmonal changes. SO it is always good to eat less spicy, less salty and less sugary food. During pregnancy your body is very tender, later all these things will take a toll on your body and health.

SO please do take care,
Punitha

thanks punitha, i was wondering will it affect the baby!!!!!!

yes, it will affect the baby.
As baby is very small, it needs less spicy food.
Same thing you should follow while breast feeding the baby.

How does it affect the baby, in what ways??

During pregnancy:
Babies might get hiccups.
If you get cold, baby might also get cold.


WHile feeding:
babies will get gas, stomach pain, constipation, throw ups etc.

oh ok, thanks for the detailed explanation punitha..
I notice swelling of legs for past 2 days, i m just 14 weeks, wat might be the reason for it, i just add salt normally as we do in routine..
My BP is normal too.
wat might be the reason, i m much worried!!!

Hi,
DOnt worry too much about it.
It might be due to hormonal changes also.
Drink plenty of water to avoid swelling.
Don't sit too much.
Try doing pregnancy exercise.
One other reason also 'YOU might be having a girl baby'.
Just relax, you are not even half way thur....

take care,
Punitha

thanks punitha for immediate replies.
Ur words are really soothing for me. thanks.
i will reduce salt and hot spices in food.
Thanks for ur kind support

No problem.
ANy time any information, we are there for you.
Just enjoy your pregnancy.