You can absolutely eat hummus during pregnancy. Hummus is a delicious spread that can be utilized in a variety of ways—on its own as a dip with veggies, crackers, or pita bread or as a tasty spread added to sandwiches, wraps, and bowls.
The main ingredient in hummus is chickpeas, which are a great source of protein, fiber, and calcium. Because of this, hummus is a delicious way to keep up with you and your baby's nutrient demands throughout your pregnancy.
As an added bonus, you can either pick from an array of flavored options at your local grocery store or make your own at home. If you choose to go the DIY route, just make sure the chickpeas are fully cooked as uncooked chickpeas can cause stomach troubles.
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March of Dimes."Food Poisoning During Pregnancy",https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/topics/pregnancy/food-poisoning-during-pregnancy.
Lyndsay Hall, RD, BASc
Registered Dietitian
Lyndsay Hall is a graduate of Applied Human Nutrition at the University of Guelph. She also completed an accredited dietetic internship with Hamilton Health Sciences to become a Registered Dietitian (RD).
