Hi, I'm in my 8th month of pregnancy, is it safe to have bitter gourd (Karela) in moderation?? please help.

1 Answer

ExpertDr.Deepinder Kaur DhawanObstetrician and Gynaecologist3 years ago

A. you can have anything except papaya. take iron calcium and multivitamin regularly and protein powder with milk twice a day . have sunbath every morning for half an hour daily

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