Dragon Fruit
Dragon fruit is safe throughout pregnancy. Like any fresh fruit, just wash the skin before cutting into it.
Last updated: October 2026 Cross-checked against NHS guidance
Dragon fruit — the striking pink or yellow-skinned fruit with speckled white or red flesh — is safe to eat freely during pregnancy. It's a good source of vitamin C, fibre, and antioxidants, with a mild, slightly sweet flavour often compared to a cross between kiwi and pear. There's nothing pregnancy-specific to be cautious about: the standard advice for all fresh fruit applies, which is to wash the skin before cutting it open, since bacteria and soil residue on the outside can otherwise be transferred to the flesh by the knife. The small black seeds throughout the flesh are entirely edible and are typically eaten along with the rest of the fruit, similar to kiwi seeds.
What to be aware of
- Wash the skin before cutting, even though you don't eat it, to avoid transferring anything to the flesh via the knife.
- The seeds are edible and don't need to be removed.
- Safe in any normal quantity as part of a varied diet.