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Is it safe to have Borage during pregnancy?

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Is there a problem with eating borage during pregnancy?

Borage - also known as 

Starflower,
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Is there a problem with eating borage during pregnancy

Eating borage in pregnancy is usually not recommended. However, you may want to consult your doctor before making a choice.

Good source of
Calcium, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Selenium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C,
May contain harmful elements like...
Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids (Pa)
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