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Safe to Eat Asparagus

Is it safe to eat Asparagus during pregnancy, breastfeeding or while trying to conceieve?Is it healthy for infant, toddler or childrent to eat?

Trying to conceive

Asparagus is rich in fibre and folic acid, both are ideal for conception.


It also contain a string of antioxidants which helps to improve fertility.


During Pregnancy

Asparagus is one of the vegetable that pregnant women can eat without any concern.


First, asparagus is rich in folic acid which can help to prevnet birth defect.


Calcium in asparagus is beneficial for the development of teeth,bone of the fetus.


Furthermore, it is rich in fiber which can help to prevent constipation in pregnant women.


Lastly, asparagus is rich in vitamin B9, B complex, K, C and? which are healthy for pregnant women.


During Confinement

Asparagus is a good source of dietary fibre, protein, iron and many other minerals.


Dietary fibre will help to prevent constipation in new mother.


Asparagus is usually termed as the "cooling" vegetable, new mother therefore may want to avoid over consumption.


This food is also not suitable for those who suffer from arthritis as it contains purine.


During Breastfeeding

Asparagus is a good source of dietary fibre, protein, iron and many other minerals.


Dietary fibre will help to prevent constipation in new mother.


Asparagus is also good for prevention of heart-related disease as it helps blood circulation.


The folic acid found in the asparagus is very beneficial to the brain development of the baby once it is passed down to breast milk.


This food is also not suitable for those who suffer from arthritis as it contains purine.


Four Months to Six Months Old Baby

Asparagus is not suitable for baby at this age as it is not easy for baby's digestive system to digest this vegetable.


Seven Months to Nine Months Old Baby

You can introduce asparagus to your baby when your baby reaches 8 months old.


Folic acid in asparagus is beneficial for the development of brain in baby.


Many minerals which include phosphorus, iron can help to boost the immune system of the baby.


Asparagus is also suitable for children who shows no appetitte.


Ten Months to Twelve Months Old Baby

You can introduce asparagus to your baby when your baby reaches 8 months old.


Folic acid in asparagus is beneficial for the development of brain in baby.


Many minerals which include phosphorus, iron can help to boost the immune system of the baby.


Asparagus is also suitable for children who shows no appetitte.


One Year Old and Above Baby

It is healthy for your child to eat asparagus.


Folic acid in asparagus is beneficial for the development of brain in baby.


Many minerals which include phosphorus, iron can help to boost the immune system of the baby.


Asparagus is also suitable for children who shows no appetitte.