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Safe to Eat Pineapple

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

Trying to conceive

Pineapple is beneficial for couples who are trying to conceive.

Pineapple is rich in enzyme called bromelain which is an anti-inflammatory agent. This helps to reduce inflammation in the uterus and therefore help to boost fertility. Brocelain in pineapple is also believed in helping in implantation of the fertilized egg. However, you cannot eat large amount of pineapple as this may cause miscarriage.

During Pregnancy

It is better for pregnant women to avoid pineapple during pregnancy.

When you eat too much pineapple, the bromelain in pineapple can cause vomitting, worsen the morning sickness. Furthermore, bromelain has been known to cause stimulated menstruation which may lead to miscarriage or premature birth.

During Confinement

Pregnant women should eat pineapple in moderate amount or just avoid pineapple during confinement.

Pineapple is one of the "cold" fruit which can cause discomfort in the stomach.

During Breastfeeding

Nursing mothers should eat pineapple in moderate amount or just avoid pineapple.

Pineapple is one of the "cold" fruit which can cause discomfort in the stomach.

Four Months to Six Months Old Baby

It is not suitable for baby at this age to eat pineapple.

Seven Months to Nine Months Old Baby

It is not suitable for baby at this age to eat pineapple.

Ten Months to Twelve Months Old Baby

It is not suitable for baby at this age to eat pineapple.

One Year Old and Above Baby

You can introduce pineapple to your baby gradually.

For some babies, they may show some allergic reaction to pineapple, hence you should observe closely the reaction of you baby when you introduce this fruit to him or her.