In Vietnamese cuisine, bean sprouts are an essential ingredient featured in many famous dishes such as pho, banh xeo, and bun bo Nam Bo. There is considerable debate regarding the benefits of bean sprouts for pregnant women. Thus, is the consumption of bean sprouts beneficial for pregnant women?

Bean sprouts are one of several nutrient-dense foods found in Vietnamese cuisine. Bean sprouts are crunchy, fresh and very beneficial to the digestive system. However, the method of cultivating bean sprouts makes them prone to bacterial contamination when eaten raw. Is it good for pregnants to eat bean sprouts?