Showing posts with label Pregnancy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pregnancy. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 8, 2015

Pregnancy and Diet - Foods to Avoid For You and Your Baby


                              

Pregnancy and nutrition must go hand in hand if you want to make sure you give your unborn baby the best chance of being born healthy and happy. The welfare of the child is very dependent on the nutrition you provide for him during the nine months of pregnancy. 

 Good nutrition during pregnancy also contributes to mother, and who will ensure that your own energy levels are maintained, so that the duration of gestation and at birth.

Good nutrition in pregnancy is obtained from the healthy and natural food, full of vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, fats and folic acid. A good diet in pregnancy reduces the chances of developmental defects for the baby, as well as low birth weight and miscarriage.



During pregnancy and diet, there are certain foods that should be avoided as follows:


Some big fish can contain high levels of mercury can damage the nervous system of your baby. These fish include shark, swordfish and mackerel. Also try to avoid raw fish such as sushi and oysters, which can contain listeria, a bacteria that can cause fetal harm.


The liver is an excellent source of nutrients for your baby, but it should be taken in moderation because it is very rich in vitamin A and too much vitamin A can harm your baby.


Unpasteurized foods may contain listeria bacteria, so always check the labels of foods you buy to ensure that its ingredients are pasteurized. These foods include milk, some juice and soft cheeses such as brie, feta, camembert and blue,


The eggs should be avoided because they may contain salmonella bacteria feared, which can cause food poisoning and infections. Also avoid foods such as mayonnaise and salad dressings, which also contain eggs.


 

                   

 
Alcohol should be avoided completely as excess alcohol during pregnancy can cause physical defects, learning disabilities and emotional problems for the child.

Some studies have shown a link between caffeine and miscarriage, premature delivery and low birth weight. Although these studies are not definitive, caffeine should be avoided as much as possible because it is a diuretic, which means the removal of body fluids. This can lead to loss of body water and lead to dehydration of the mother and child.


Fast foods, junk foods and highly processed foods should be avoided as they give little or no nutritional value to you or your baby. They can fill, but which is all they will do.


Try to eat five or six small meals a day instead of two or three large meals. This ensures that your baby receives a steady stream of nutrients. It is also easier for the mother to digest these foods, and minimizes the risk of heartburn and indigestion.


Pregnancy and diet does not need to be a chore. With a little knowledge and application, you can be happy knowing that you are doing all you can to give your baby its best start in life.


Saturday, June 20, 2015

Best Pregnancy Diet Food Recipes



Pregnancy Diet Food Recipes




If you are pregnant, you need a good diet and a healthy pregnancy. You need extra calories and help you cope with the symptoms of unwanted pregnancy and support the growth of your baby vitamins. It is essential to learn what proper pregnancy diet is and what it should contain. 

 Here are some of the easiest diet foods recipes of pregnancy that you can prepare yourself.

Oatmeal PancakesComponents:½ cup oatmeal6 egg whitesSliced ​​strawberries (you can use other sliced ​​fruit such as peaches and apples)


How to do?Mix the egg whites, oatmeal and fruit slices collectively as a small skillet over medium heat heated for several minutes. Pour the spray nonstick skillet. Put the mixture into the pan and cook for 5 minutes. Turn the pancake and cook for 5 minutes. Do not forget to serve with the beloved milk.


Instant recipes created for you!• oatmeal served with heated apples• wheat bread with fruit jam 100%• Mixing muesli and yogurt and leave it overnight. Serve with fresh fruit for breakfast.• Crush boiled eggs and spread on your whole wheat bread. Do not forget to add a piece of fruit to serve.



Blue Cheese SteakComponents:1 net1 tablespoon fresh lemon juiceBlue cheese 1/8 pound (2 oz)


How to do?Grill the steak doneness preferred. When the meat is almost all set, dissolve the blue cheese and lemon juice with each other over low heat to produce a sauce. Put the meat on a serving dish and add sauce mixture on top and serve hot.


Instant recipes created for you!• Grilled ham and cheese.• baked potato and grilled meat.• lemon chicken with vegetable salad


Tuscan tuna and bean saladComponents:½ red onion, thinly sliced1/3 cup olive oil20 oz of white beans (cannelloni beans)SaltBlack pepperFull oil 1 can of tuna, drainedRed wine vinegar 2 tsp


How to do?Rinse beans and separation in a bowl. Add the onion and season with salt. Add the drained tuna, red wine vinegar, olive oil and black pepper and mix well.


Always remember, you need more nutrients to support a new life inside of you, but make sure you eat according to your body needs. Significant weight gain during pregnancy can be a major cause of serious health problems for you and your baby.