food ingredient
Nitrates
Is Nitrates pregnancy-safe?
Nitrates should be used with caution during pregnancy. High dietary intake of added nitrates and nitrites (often in cured or processed meats) or from contaminated well water should be limited during pregnancy due to the risk of methemoglobinemia and potential formation of nitrosamines.
Is Nitrates breastfeeding-safe?
Nitrates should be used with caution while breastfeeding. High dietary intake of added nitrates and nitrites (often in cured or processed meats) or from contaminated well water should be limited during pregnancy due to the risk of methemoglobinemia and potential formation of nitrosamines.
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