Some functional foods during pregnancy and breastfeeding are safe and beneficial — especially when they come from clean, food-based sources. However, not all plant compounds are suitable during this time, and certain extracts or essential oils should be avoided unless approved by your doctor. When in doubt, always consult your healthcare provider first.

• High-Phenolic Olive Oil: Safe in moderate daily doses — supports healthy fats, immune resilience, and inflammation balance
• Micellized Vitamin D3: Often recommended during pregnancy and lactation, especially in cases of deficiency
• Fermented Pomegranate Concentrate: May support antioxidant status and circulation — use at lower dosage and with practitioner approval
• Curcumin Extract: Generally advised to avoid in concentrated form during pregnancy unless medically supervised

If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, stick to functional foods during pregnancy that have a history of safe use in traditional diets — and avoid therapeutic doses unless medically advised.

• Vitamin D3 deficiency is common during pregnancy and supplementation may reduce risk of gestational complications ¹.
• Olive oil is safe and may support fetal development due to its omega-9 fatty acids and polyphenol profile ².
• Curcumin and certain polyphenols in high doses may stimulate uterine contractions or interfere with hormonal pathways — use caution ³.

Evidence suggests that functional foods during pregnancy can support health if selected and dosed appropriately.

Functional foods during pregnancy should be approached with care. Olive oil and vitamin D3 are generally safe and beneficial when taken in appropriate doses. Others, like curcumin or strong extracts, may need to be avoided or reduced during this time.

Tip: Always consult your doctor before introducing any functional food while pregnant or breastfeeding — especially concentrated forms.