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Is it safe to have White-flowered gourd during pregnancy?

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What benefits does the white-flowered gourd give during pregnancy?

White-flowered gourd - also known as 

Calabash,
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White-Flowered Gourd needs to be cooked or the juice extracted out of the vegetable.
What benefits does the white-flowered gourd give during pregnancy

White-flowered gourd is rich in iron content and is one of the most important nutrients needed by pregnant women. It can also prevent heartburn by neutralising the imbalance of the digestive juices during pregnancy. It cures constipation and fatigue during pregnancy, too.

Good source of
Calcium, Folate, Manganese, Potassium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, Vitamin C, Zinc
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