Can Pregnant women eat Litti Chokha?

Yes, pregnant women can eat litti chokha, a Bihari dish made with whole wheat flour, sattu, and eggplant. However, it is important to ensure that it is not excessively spicy. Litti is made with whole wheat flour and sattu, a roasted gram flour that is a good source of protein and fiber.^1,2

Sattu is also low on the glycemic index, making it a good choice for pregnant women with gestational diabetes.^3,4 Chokha is made with eggplant, which is a good source of fiber, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, and calcium.⁵

If you do not like eggplant, you can substitute it with potatoes, which are also a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants.⁶

Just as consuming nourishing foods during pregnancy is crucial for your and your growing baby's well-being, preserving your baby's cord blood stem cells at the time of birth can help safeguard not just your baby but your entire family from the impact of many medical conditions for years.

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