Pregnancy and Splenda????

Kevin's Girl · 07-12-2007, 11:03 AM

Hi Girls!!! I just found out a week ago that I was pregnant after trying for a year!!!

I am wondering how you all feel about some Splenda while pregnant. I don't eat lots of it, ,but I am addicted to flax muffins made with DiVinci's Sugar Free Syrup and I think they will help keep me regular. I just want to make sure it is OK...I've already had to give up my Green Tea.

Thanks and Good Luck to you all!

jillboot · 07-13-2007, 01:05 PM

what is it about green tea that you can't have?

i love green tea!

Sun_Luvin · 07-13-2007, 02:03 PM

First of all, congrats!!

Now, with all questions about your health and your pregnancy, you'll want to ask your doctor for his/her advice. But beware of all the old wives tales, etc that are out there. There has been a lot of updated health info in the recent years.

See what your doctor says about it as some don't like "artificial" sweetners. Mine gave me the go ahead in limited amounts, but we gave up "real" sugar a couple of years ago.

Also, here is an article I found about green tea during pregnancy:

Quote:

I am eight weeks pregnant. Can I drink green tea?

Fiona Ford answers:
It is safe to drink green tea during pregnancy, in moderation. About three or four cups of green tea a day would probably be a sensible limit.

Green tea has been thought to be a health-promoting drink since ancient times. However, recent research has cast doubts over its benefits during pregnancy and has even raised some concerns about its safety. This is just one reason why it is wise to be cautious.

Claims for the benefits of green tea are based on the fact that it is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants are chemical compounds that can help to prevent cell damage in our bodies. Research suggests that green tea may help protect you against a number of diseases, including heart disease, high blood pressure and some forms of cancer.

Other studies have shown that drinking green tea may be good for oral health, bone strength your ability to fight bacterial and viral infections.

However, the research for these claims is not strong so it is hard to draw any firm conclusions from it.

Some doctors are concerned that green tea may affect the body's folic acid (also called folate) levels. Folic acid is an important nutrient during pregnancy. One study linked neural tube defects in babies, such as spina bifida, to women drinking a large amount of green tea at around the time of conception. Spina bifida is a serious condition, which occurs when the tube around the central nervous system - the neural tube - fails to close completely. Neural tube defects such as spina bifida are usually associated with folic acid deficiency.

The data for this study is very weak so it is too soon to say that avoiding green tea during pregnancy will reduce the risk of neural tube defects, but more research is needed.

Remember that green tea, like other teas, contains some caffeine, which should be limited in pregnancy. Although green tea is relatively low in caffeine it would be unwise to drink vast quantities of it during pregnancy.

Finally, green tea, like other teas and coffee can also make it difficult for our bodies to absorb iron from food, which is another reason why it should be drunk in moderation.

Created January 2007

Potaty · 07-13-2007, 02:37 PM

Congrats!!! Ask you doctor to be sure, but Splenda is supposed to be okay in moderation.

luckylychee · 07-13-2007, 02:51 PM

I used splenda throughout my pregnancy, and I gave birth to a very healthy baby.

dawnyama · 07-17-2007, 01:15 PM

I used Splenda throughout my 2 LC pregnancies and had 2 healthy babies. I didn't worry about how much I used in my pregnancies--there are so many concerns and if you really think too hard you will end up not enjoying this time. I chose not to be too concerned and everything turned out great! If I were you I would continue with the flax muffins and using the syrups. Again you could get the advice that it isn't safe, too. Just go with your gut....And just so you know while I was pregnant I was lowcarbing (2 times!) and everyone kept telling me how good I looked and how I couldn't have all these children (I have 4 kids altogether) ! All the weight I had gained was in my belly and it didn't sap me of my energy. I attribute it to the diet. Good luck and congrats!!!

Debralynn · 08-14-2007, 01:13 PM

My Dr. gave me the go ahead on Splenda. Since I had gestational diabetes with both pregnancies, he said it was the best alternative. I did my best to go without any sweeteners for a while, but sometimes you just need to give in!

He also said I could alternate with other sweeteners, so as to not have too much of one kind. Just a thought.

07-12-2007, 11:03 AM	#1
Kevin's Girl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 67 Gallery: Kevin's Girl Stats: 150/138.5/125 WOE: Atkins	Pregnancy and Splenda???? Hi Girls!!! I just found out a week ago that I was pregnant after trying for a year!!! I am wondering how you all feel about some Splenda while pregnant. I don't eat lots of it, ,but I am addicted to flax muffins made with DiVinci's Sugar Free Syrup and I think they will help keep me regular. I just want to make sure it is OK...I've already had to give up my Green Tea. Thanks and Good Luck to you all!

07-17-2007, 01:15 PM	#6
dawnyama MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Irmo, SC Posts: 1,200 Gallery: dawnyama WOE: Atkins	I used Splenda throughout my 2 LC pregnancies and had 2 healthy babies. I didn't worry about how much I used in my pregnancies--there are so many concerns and if you really think too hard you will end up not enjoying this time. I chose not to be too concerned and everything turned out great! If I were you I would continue with the flax muffins and using the syrups. Again you could get the advice that it isn't safe, too. Just go with your gut....And just so you know while I was pregnant I was lowcarbing (2 times!) and everyone kept telling me how good I looked and how I couldn't have all these children (I have 4 kids altogether) ! All the weight I had gained was in my belly and it didn't sap me of my energy. I attribute it to the diet. Good luck and congrats!!! __________________ Dawn in SC

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jillboot Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 39 Gallery: jillboot	what is it about green tea that you can't have? i love green tea!

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Potaty Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Mulletvane, where mullets grow long and luxurious Posts: 3,455 Gallery: Potaty Stats: Losing weight for another baby! WOE: Atkins	Congrats!!! Ask you doctor to be sure, but Splenda is supposed to be okay in moderation.

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luckylychee Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Luxembourg! Posts: 4,721 Gallery: luckylychee Stats: 89 kilos/76.2 kilos/61.2 kilos WOE: Low carb, BRING ON THE FAT Start Date: March 10, 2007	I used splenda throughout my pregnancy, and I gave birth to a very healthy baby.

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Debralynn MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: AZ Posts: 1,698 Gallery: Debralynn Stats: 222/147/135 WOE: Atkins, chasing after my 2 and 4 year old boys! Start Date: (1997, 2002, 2005) re-start June 1, 2007	My Dr. gave me the go ahead on Splenda. Since I had gestational diabetes with both pregnancies, he said it was the best alternative. I did my best to go without any sweeteners for a while, but sometimes you just need to give in! He also said I could alternate with other sweeteners, so as to not have too much of one kind. Just a thought.