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Safe to Eat Lime

Trying to conceive

It is better to avoid lime while you are trying to conceive.

Lime in fact is usually taken by women who want to prevent conception.

In some studies, lime reduced the number of egg shed and also caused irregularity of the reproductive organs.

During Pregnancy

Pregnant women should cut down the amounts of consumption or avoid lime juice.

Lime juice does offer health benefit for pregnant women. First, it can help to reduce swelling in the feet which is very common during pregnancy.

Second, lime juice help in the regulation of the blood pressure.

However, because of its high citric acid content, it can induce heartburn or make it worse. It can also cause other gastrointestinal problems due to its acid content.

During Confinement

It is better for the new mother to avoid lime juice during confinement due to its high citric acid content.

During Breastfeeding

It is better for the nursing mother to avoid lime juice while breastfeeding the baby due to its high citric acid content which can cause gastrointestinal problem.