ARE U PREGNANT ?
If you are pregnant than you must know what you should eat .
If you are pregnant than you must know what you should eat .
THE CALORIC REQUIREMENT
It is good to know that you only need about 300 extra calories a day during the second and third trimester .
Need not to worry about extra caloric intake in the first trimester , when actually it is very difficult to eat due to nausea and vomiting .
VOMITING
If you are experiencing vomiting during first trimester , then instead of three meals take small five to six snacks in a day , that will help reduce vomiting . These snacks should be taken at an interval of two to three hours .Try to avoid tea and coffee in that situation .
BALANCED DIET
Carbohydrates , proteins , fats , vitamins and minerals are all essential things and should be taken .
NEED OF SUPPLEMENTS
Folic acid is must in the first three months , reduces the risk of anomalies in the baby .
Iron is a good supplement to prevent and treat iron deficiency .
Calcium is important for the fetal bone formation and also prevents mothers bone strength , so it is good to take plenty of milk .
It is important for pregnant women to watch what they eat and drink. For example, doctors advise the strict avoidance of all alcoholic beverages during pregnancy.
ReplyDeleteDr. Maureen Muoneke MD