Chart Of Diet Followed During Pregnancy

Now that you are expecting a baby, it is vital to know the food which you should consume during pregnancy. Healthy food is essential to healthy living. Eating food for two i.e. you and your baby can be exasperating responsibility for you but it is essential for you to consume healthy food as it will keep your baby grows in a right way. Whatever you eat is the main source of nutrition for your baby so try and take nutrients rich food.

You can pick your favorites from the list:

1. Fruits and vegetables: Pregnancy is crucial situation where you have to be acquainted with whatever you are consuming is right or not? Fruits and vegetables are rich in fiber and many more nutrients like vitamins, potassium, minerals which are pertinent for your baby to grow well. Raw fruits are more lucrative as compared to canned fruits. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables after washing them perfectly under faucet water. Dark green leafy vegetables are affluent in minerals and fibers and many other vital nutrients which aids in proper digestion and deter constipation.

2. Eggs: Eggs are filled with high quality proteins which always add a boost to a women’s life and now when you are going to be a mother, you need extra protein to keep your baby healthy. Eggs hold omega-3 fatty acids that are fruitful for brain and eyes and aids in the formation of strong brain and retina development. When you don’t want to cook after your hectic schedule, boiled eggs are always in your hand.

3. Beans: Beans are opulent with proteins and fibers. Pregnancy gradually slows down gastrointestinal tracts escalating the risk of constipation which is harmful for baby. As beans are rich in fibers, iron, zinc and folate it relieves you of constipation.

4. Broccoli: Broccoli a favorite food of Americans is stuffed with sufficient vitamins i.e. A and C and calcium which is known for the healthy formation of bones, teeth and muscles. It contains folic acid which is very helpful for the growth of babies.

5. Dairy products:  Dairy foods incorporate milk, yogurt and cheese. Yogurt can be taken in noon as a snack. Drink milk at least two times a day, consume skimmed milk rather than toned milk. Soy-milk is a great drink for the flourishing build out of a child.

6. Spinach: Spinach full of iron and folic acid which is required for formation of blood cells and also contains calcium, vitamin A, fiber, manganese too which obstructs the neural tube defects at early stages of pregnancy and foster eye health.

7. Nuts: Nuts are easy to consume as they are dry and handy and can be stored easily. Nuts include cashews, almonds, walnuts and pistas full of proteins, fats and fibers.

8. Whole-wheat Grains: Grains supply fibres, carbohydrates, iron and enrich in vitamins and minerals. Whole-wheat bread or whole-wheat pasta can be taken instead of chapattis as it is made of flour only and does not make any difference if you don’t want to cook.

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