:: Nutrition in Pregnancy ::
To ensure that the foetus grows to its full potential, nutrition is of utmost important during preganancy. The following is a guideline:
:: REquirements ::
CarBohydrate
::Why it is required ::
Complex Carbohydrates are a vital source of fibre and energy,and aids in averting constipation
::
Rice, cereals, wholemeal bread,pasta,potatoes.
Fat
::Why it is required ::
Long-chain polyunsaturates fatty acids (LCPUFA) , such as DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and ARA (arachidonic acis), contribute to foetal brain and eye development.
::
Oily Fish (mackerel, herring,salmon,tuna,sardine,grouper and wrasse); flaxseed,englich walnut , soya bean,tofu and oils,such as corn,canola and soya oil.
:: REquirements ::
Protein
::Why it is required ::
The amino acidss taht make up protein are vital for your baby's growth.
::
Meat,beans,dairy products
:: REquirements ::
Minerals
::Why it is required ::
Calcium is essential in building healthy bones and teeth.
Iron helps in the production of haemoglobin,which carries oxygen to the baby for optimal development.
Magnesium decreases the occurrence of pre-eclampsia,pre-term labour and vaginal bleeding.
Zinc is necessary for normal development of the foetus. it is also helpful in the neurobehavioural and immune development of the infant.
::
(Calcium) Dairy Products, green vegetables
(Iron) Lean red meat,dark green vegetable, wholemeal bread
(Magnesium) Green vegetables, dairy products,nuts
(Zinc) Meats,eggs,fish,nuts.
:: REquirements ::
Vitamins
::Why it is required ::
Vitamins B6 is essential for the metabolism of protein.
Folic acid assists in reducing the risks of neural tube defects.
Vitamins C is instrumental in building bones & teeth.
Vitamins D is needed for ur baby's bones, tissue and teeth to grow properly.
::
(Vitamins B6) Meat, Vegetables,eggs,nuts,wholegrains
(Folic Acid) Fruits,vegetable,meat
(Vitamins C) Fruits,vegetable,meat
(Vitamins D) Milk,eggs,sardine,sunshine (helps the skin produce the vitamins)
:: REquirements ::
Water
::Why it is required ::
Water makes sures that there is sufficient hydration for ur body to process nutrients from food and make new cells. You need to drink 6-8 glasses a day.
::
Water,fruit juices , milk
:: REquirements ::
Fibre
::Why it is required ::
Fibre is necessary to prevent constipation and haemorrhoids.
::
Potatoes,whole grains,beans,bran,vegetables,fresh fruits.
To ensure that the foetus grows to its full potential, nutrition is of utmost important during preganancy. The following is a guideline:
:: REquirements ::
CarBohydrate
::Why it is required ::
Complex Carbohydrates are a vital source of fibre and energy,and aids in averting constipation
::
Rice, cereals, wholemeal bread,pasta,potatoes.
Fat
::Why it is required ::
Long-chain polyunsaturates fatty acids (LCPUFA) , such as DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and ARA (arachidonic acis), contribute to foetal brain and eye development.
Oily Fish (mackerel, herring,salmon,tuna,sardine,grouper and wrasse); flaxseed,englich walnut , soya bean,tofu and oils,such as corn,canola and soya oil.
:: REquirements ::
Protein
::Why it is required ::
The amino acidss taht make up protein are vital for your baby's growth.
Meat,beans,dairy products
:: REquirements ::
Minerals
::Why it is required ::
Calcium is essential in building healthy bones and teeth.
Iron helps in the production of haemoglobin,which carries oxygen to the baby for optimal development.
Magnesium decreases the occurrence of pre-eclampsia,pre-term labour and vaginal bleeding.
Zinc is necessary for normal development of the foetus. it is also helpful in the neurobehavioural and immune development of the infant.
(Calcium) Dairy Products, green vegetables
(Iron) Lean red meat,dark green vegetable, wholemeal bread
(Magnesium) Green vegetables, dairy products,nuts
(Zinc) Meats,eggs,fish,nuts.
:: REquirements ::
Vitamins
::Why it is required ::
Vitamins B6 is essential for the metabolism of protein.
Folic acid assists in reducing the risks of neural tube defects.
Vitamins C is instrumental in building bones & teeth.
Vitamins D is needed for ur baby's bones, tissue and teeth to grow properly.
(Vitamins B6) Meat, Vegetables,eggs,nuts,wholegrains
(Folic Acid) Fruits,vegetable,meat
(Vitamins C) Fruits,vegetable,meat
(Vitamins D) Milk,eggs,sardine,sunshine (helps the skin produce the vitamins)
:: REquirements ::
Water
::Why it is required ::
Water makes sures that there is sufficient hydration for ur body to process nutrients from food and make new cells. You need to drink 6-8 glasses a day.
Water,fruit juices , milk
:: REquirements ::
Fibre
::Why it is required ::
Fibre is necessary to prevent constipation and haemorrhoids.
Potatoes,whole grains,beans,bran,vegetables,fresh fruits.
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