Is Vegan Diet Healthy While Pregnant or Breastfeeding?

• Womenscorner Desk
• August 21, 2020

Although plant-based diets may be low in certain nutrients, evidence shows that a well-planned vegan diet is considered safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. One important nutrient to consider during pregnancy is choline, which is richest in animal foods like egg yolks. Choline is essential for the brain chemical acetylcholine, which helps sharpen our memory, and plays a key role in liver function, muscle development and even cholesterol management.

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Expectant mums are thought to have a greater need for this nutrient because it may be important for the baby’s brain development. Mums will also need it for their own livers and placental function. Vegans won’t fall short of this nutrient as long as their diet includes a wide variety of foods, such as beans, soya and quinoa, as well as green veggies, nuts, seeds and grains, including wheat. It’s worth bearing in mind that choline is a water-soluble nutrient, so if you are boiling green vegetables, make use of the cooking liquid in sauces and soups.

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