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Can nursing mother eat nuts?
Last reviewed: 19.10.2021
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Nuts with breastfeeding can be taken, because they can be one of the main sources of many nutrients. It has long been known that nuts are very useful for the brain, as well as for the development of the child. But there are cases in which it is better not to eat nuts during lactation, and you need to know about such exceptions.
The main conditions for the use of nuts in breastfeeding
Since the baby gets all its nutritional value from breast milk, increase the production of breast milk by eating healthy food. It is very important to know about food products all, and to avoid harmful foods during breastfeeding.
Breastfeeding is very useful for the baby, as well as for the health of the mother. At the moment when the mother is breastfeeding, she needs more nutritious calories than before they take during pregnancy. The use of special nuts helps nursing mothers to provide all the needs for health and growth. It also helps in increasing the production of breast milk. Is it possible to nurse a nursing mother?
Generally, it is believed that women who are not allergic to food can eat potentially allergenic foods, such as nuts, while they are breastfeeding. But you need to carefully understand the indications and contraindications.
Most often breastfeeding mothers whose children have a high risk of developing allergies (usually those who have a family with severe food allergies) recommend the elimination of products such as dairy products, nuts, eggs and fish from their diet. However, there is still no clear evidence that the diet will have any effect on whether the baby will develop an allergy. In fact, nowadays many allergists are concerned that, by eliminating allergens from the children's environment, we actually increase the risk of allergies. According to modern opinion, if a nursing mother includes nuts or peanuts in her food, this can reduce the chances of food allergy in her child. After all, the early exposure to an allergen can significantly increase tolerance and, therefore, can reduce the risk of food allergies in children. Therefore, you can eat nuts for mothers with a history of unhealthy history. However, if you or your spouse and family have a history of allergy to nuts, it is best to avoid it.
How do you know if the baby is allergic to nuts?
An infant may develop food allergies after the mother consumes certain foods or drinks, such as cow's milk, soy, eggs, seafood, wheat, nuts, eggs and peanuts. Common symptoms of food allergies in children are: loose stools, colic, vomiting, blood or mucus in the stool, trouble breathing.
If your child seems fussy or develops symptoms such as eczema, diarrhea, after you have eaten nuts, it can have sensitivity or allergy to nuts. You may want to consider conducting an allergy test for your child to confirm that he has not suffered from any allergies or not. In this case, risk and take nuts categorically impossible.
Useful properties of nuts during lactation
Nut is a fruit in which there is a hard shell and a delicious seed. Seeds are rich in essential nutrients, and you can consume it raw. Nuts are a rich source of vitamins and antioxidants and they are mandatory for all age groups.
Choosing nuts as a healthy source of protein can provide the necessary protein and calories for breastfeeding mothers, without the hassle of cooking that other foods require. After busy young mothers often have difficulty in wasting time preparing food, and nuts are easily eaten with one hand, holding or even feeding the baby at the same time. Nuts, such as almonds or cashews, do not require special preparation for use. Some nursing mothers find it difficult to get all the necessary calories for themselves and for milk production, and high-calorie nuts can help mothers increase caloric intake. Nuts are also easily packaged in a diaper bag for quick and easy snacks after feeding. Nursing mothers can choose from many types of nuts that will be so useful in breastfeeding, including whole nuts, nut oils and other nut products.
What are the advantages of using nuts in lactation? Nuts are a rich source of very important and essential for the body fatty acids, vitamin E, fiber, plant sterols, L-arginine. All these nutrients are useful for heart health. Consumption of nuts can reduce the level of bad cholesterol in the blood. He can work miracles for your heart in the following ways:
- Prevents blood thickening and thereby reduces the risk of thrombosis;
- Helps to keep the wall of arteries free from plaque;
- L-arginine, present in nuts, helps to make artery walls flexible and prevents clots and blockage;
- Fibers and fiber, present in nuts, help regulate bowel function, lowers cholesterol and reduces the risk of diabetes;
- Nuts are rich in antioxidants, which help eliminate free radicals from the body and protect it from oxidative stress.
- Nuts are rich in vitamin E and, therefore, help in nourishing and moisturizing your skin and hair.
Nuts with breastfeeding in the first month can also increase lactation and fat content of milk. It is during the period when the woman after the birth of milk can not yet form so actively, nuts can help activate lactogenesis.
Which kind of nuts to give preference? Walnuts in breastfeeding are considered the most universal, which are the least likely to cause allergic reactions. They also activate the activity of the brain, and the child promotes active development. Therefore, walnuts can be used by almost all mothers.
Pine nuts during breastfeeding are useful because of the composition, rich in healthy proteins and calcium. Women suffering from poor or low lactation should eat pine nuts to stimulate the production of milk naturally.
Cashew nuts are one of the richest types of nuts in protein content, so for moms who breastfeed and watch a figure, they are recommended instead of harmful snacks.
The high amount of proteins present in the cashews helps in the development of the brain and IQ for the development of the child. It also helps to maintain the health of the child and become more active and healthy. Not only cashews, but also hazelnuts contain many nutritional benefits. These nuts contain good and healthy fats, which help to avoid diseases. Peanuts, like other nuts, can be a healthy source of protein that is required for new mothers during and after pregnancy, especially with breastfeeding. One of the best parts about choosing peanuts is that, unlike other sources of protein, they can be consumed raw.
Peanuts can also be an excellent calorie snack for new moms, and can help get the extra calories that are needed during breastfeeding. Peanuts are also a rich source of minerals, including niacin, it is a healthy source of protein and beneficial fatty acids. Nuts peanuts contain vitamin E to maintain cell health and enhance immunity. It has properties to normalize blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol levels. The main advantage of these nuts is the rich source of folate, which helps prevent developmental disorders in children.
Can I eat peanut butter during breastfeeding? Well, peanut butter can also provide the mother with a good dose of healthy fats, omega-3 fatty acids and proteins at this crucial stage.
Therefore, all kinds of nuts are rich in proteins and unsaturated acids, so you can take any nuts at your own discretion.
Nutmeg for breastfeeding has a lot of conflicting usage data. Nutmeg has no specific uses associated with lactation. No data on the allocation of any components of nutmeg in breast milk or on the safety and efficacy of nutmeg in nursing mothers or infants do not. But, nevertheless, nutmeg has strong antibacterial properties. It is effective in killing a number of bacteria that cause inflammation or thrush in newborns in the mouth. Nutmeg contains 10% essential oil, which can cause a specific smell or taste of breast milk. This is the only influence of nutmeg, which your child may not like and he can completely refuse such food. Therefore, you can use nutmeg, if the child normally perceives it.
Young mothers should take special nutrients during breastfeeding, as this is very important for a child's growth. Special nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, peanuts, are the best products for nursing mothers. Eating all kinds of nuts increases the value of milk and enriches the production of breast milk, so if there are no allergic reactions in the family, it is necessary to take nuts at least once a week.