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Is it safe to have Raisins during pregnancy?

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What are the benefits of having raisins during pregnancy?

Raisins - also known as 

Dried grape, sultana, currant,
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Women with gestational diabetes need to restrict the consumption of raisins
What are the benefits of having raisins during pregnancy

Raisins are highly nutritious and a great addition to your pregnancy diet. They are packed with vitamins and minerals necessary for a healthy pregnancy. Raisins also have riboflavin, a nutrient essential for producing energy in your body. It also helps in the bone, muscle and nerve development of your unborn child. Riboflavin deficiency in pregnant women can increase the risk of preclampsia. Hence, it is important that you get your regular intake of 1.4 mg of riboflavin when you are expecting. And, raisins are a good way to include this nutrient.

Good source of
Calcium, Copper, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Niacin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Riboflavin, Selenium, Sodium, Thiamin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Zinc,
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