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Black Pepper
Black pepper is completely safe during breastfeeding. It's one of the world's most commonly used spices and poses no risk at culinary amounts.
Black pepper (and white pepper, which is the same plant) is safe in culinary amounts during breastfeeding. Piperine, the active compound, enhances absorption of other nutrients like curcumin. No adverse effects on breastfeeding infants have been documented. Season your food to taste.
Sources: LactMed
Always confirm with your doctor or lactation consultant before making dietary changes while breastfeeding.
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