Should pregnant women avoid peanuts?

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Dr. Alan Greene

Pregnant women should avoid peanuts.

It makes sense to me for mothers to avoid them if their child is likely to be prone to allergies (in a family with allergies, eczema or asthma).
9/23/2008 3:15:33 PM

Nancy Snyderman, M.D.

Pregnant women should not avoid peanuts.

But stresses only to eat little if not hold back more than usual
8/23/2008 12:40:16 PM

WebMD

Pregnant women should avoid peanuts.

"Until the verdict is in, it's probably a good idea not to eat peanut products all the time during pregnancy."
8/3/2008 1:05:17 PM

Department of Health (United Kingdom)

Pregnant women should not avoid peanuts.

Peanuts are not one of the food substances that need to be avoided during pregnancy, moderation is key
8/1/2008 10:07:15 PM

Mayo Clinic

Pregnant women should not avoid peanuts.

Peanuts listed as an approved form of protein for diet while pregnant
7/28/2008 12:46:42 AM