Most common questions used to investigate
Are you consuming extra protein and calcium?
Does your diet consist of fruits and vegetables?
Do you know that legumes are a super-food during pregnancy?
Are you consuming enough iron?
Do you get enough folate?
Do you drink enough water?
Common conclusions
During pregnancy, it's important to consume extra protein and calcium for both you and the little one inside you. Calcium is necessary to make your bones strong and healthy, so they are not brittle during and after delivery. Similarly, your growing baby needs a lot of protein, so make sure you consume enough for two people. Simultaneously, make sure to pick lean protein because you don't want to pile up unnecessary pounds that can become difficult to shed later.
Fruits and vegetables contain many micronutrients essential for every human being, more so a pregnant woman as you are responsible not just for yourself but also for the baby growing inside you. Ideally, you should have a minimum of three servings of fruits and five servings of vegetables, and choose a wide range of colors from bright red to green so that you can get all the nutrients you and your baby need.
Legumes have always been considered a superfood, which goes to a whole new level during pregnancy simply because it contains the all-important fiber.
The amount of blood that flows through your system increases greatly during pregnancy as it has to sustain another life inside you. To make up for this extra blood, you need higher amounts of iron. This is why you are recommended to include many green vegetables and meat that are rich in iron. You may have to take additional iron supplements most times to ensure that you and your baby get enough iron for a healthy pregnancy.
Folate or folic acid is another important micronutrient that is essential for the healthy growth of your baby's spinal cord. In fact, folic acid is necessary for your baby's healthy growth, and it is found in abundance in green leafy vegetables. Along with it, you may also have to take additional supplements since it is a key nutrient. The World Health Organization recommends the intake of at least 600 micrograms of folate every day for pregnant women.
Hydration is an important part of a healthy pregnancy, so drink at least 10 glasses of water every day.
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