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Area of Science:

  • Maternal and Child Health
  • Nutritional Science
  • Cultural Anthropology

Background:

  • Food taboos during pregnancy are prevalent worldwide.
  • These practices can significantly influence dietary intake and health outcomes for both mother and child.
  • Understanding these taboos is crucial for public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review common food taboos observed during pregnancy.
  • To explore the potential positive and negative health implications of these taboos.
  • To inform the development of culturally sensitive nutrition programs.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature search of PubMed, CINAHL, and Web of Science databases.
  • Identification and categorization of reported food taboos during pregnancy.
  • Analysis of the associated health outcomes and nutritional impacts.

Main Results:

  • Over 50 distinct food taboos during pregnancy were identified, including restrictions on fresh meat and eggs.
  • Observed taboos can lead to nutritional deficiencies but may also prevent consumption of unhealthy foods.
  • The impact of food taboos is complex, presenting both risks and potential benefits.

Conclusions:

  • Food taboos during pregnancy have a dual impact on maternal and neonatal health.
  • Culturally sensitive approaches are necessary for effective nutrition interventions.
  • Further research should focus on the nuanced effects of these practices.