Vegan Health Tips with Michael Klaper, M.D.

Michael Klaper, M.D. is the author of Pregancy, Children, and the Vegan Diet; one of only a few books that covers vegan pregnancy on the market today. He has postgraduate training in medicine, surgery, anesthesiology, and obstetrics. He continues to educate people on the benefits of a vegan diet.

Disclaimer: The medical opinions stated here are for educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified health care provider.

Question:

Is it true that eating soy products and nuts during the last trimester can cause allergies to those items in my baby? Should I avoid eating them?

Answer:

Eating soy products and nuts is unlikely to cause an allergy to those items in your baby. Unless you, as the mother, have a history of allergies, I don't think there is much to be gained by avoiding these high-protein foods. The mother will not transfer her allergies to the baby.

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