Many girls in an interesting position take vitamin-mineral complexes for pregnant women, which support the normal functioning of the body. Synthetic additives can be replaced with natural fruits and vegetables. After all, these are rich sources of folic acid, vitamin C, calcium and many other nutrients necessary for carrying a child.
1. Yogurt
This dairy product is an excellent source of protein. Yogurt also contains a lot of calcium - more than milk. It has active bacteria that reduce the risk of yeast infections. Plus - even people with lactose intolerance can eat yogurt, and there are many of them.
2. Orange juice
The freshly squeezed drink is rich in vitamin C and folic acid. A large amount of potassium in orange juice helps lower high blood pressure, which is very dangerous during pregnancy.
3. Broccoli
It is a good source of calcium, but it also has vitamins C, B6 and folic acid.
4. Figs
Fresh and dried, this fruit contains more fiber than any other fruits and vegetables, and more potassium than bananas. In addition, figs are rich in iron and calcium.
5. Lentils
A rich source of iron, folate, and protein. Due to the abundance of dietary fiber, lentils also prevent constipation, which pregnant women often suffer from.
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Advises professor of RSMU Netrebenko Olga Konstantinovna: how to eat properly during pregnancy
A pregnant woman naturally needs vitamins; without them, a child will be born weak. From myself, I can add that you need to eat more fruits and vegetables and eat less harmful and fatty foods.
When I was pregnant, I ate everything I wanted. And I did not think about whether it was useful or not. As a result, she gave birth to a healthy baby. So I find all these sets of “indispensable” products to be nonsense.