Hmmm - I've lived on Thai, Mexican and Indian foods this pregnancy & am desperately hanging for some good Lebanese food. I've read that the spices are good for you because they often contain lots of nutrients & vitamins. It's just that some women find that it gives them heartburn or indigestion. I'm sure you acupuncturist has a reason but I don't think it's anything that can harm bubs & that's the most important thing. If you're really concerned wait & ask him/her. Don't eat it though if you are going to stress over whether you should have eaten it after you've eaten.