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Is it safe to have Parsnips during pregnancy?

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How about including parsnips in my pregnancy diet?

Parsnips - also known as 

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How about including parsnips in my pregnancy diet

Yes, that’s a really good idea. Parsnip is loaded with folate, known to be a boon for mothers-to-be. Folate reduces the chances of fetal defects like spina bifida in the developing baby by as much as 70%. Besides, parsnips are also a good source of potassium that keeps the mother’s blood pressure in control.

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Fiber, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Zinc
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