The pregnancy must be no time of deprivation. Many women even feel particularly well, have a beautiful skin and look easy, “blooming out“. Nevertheless, pregnant women should pay attention to some things, mainly relating to nutrition and digestion.
Lots of fiber and plenty of liquid
- The (during pregnancy, frequent constipation, constipation) is possible to reduce that enough dietary fiber (whole grain products, vegetables, fruits) and sufficient (more than two liters of fluid a day) is taken. Particularly effective in obstinate constipation is dried fruit (dried apricots, prunes or figs). Iron supplements promote constipation!
- On the consumption of raw meat (especially pork), raw eggs and raw milk products should be avoided during pregnancy precaution. While the likelihood of infection with Listeria, and Toxoplasma is relatively low, the consequences can be fatal. More generally, should be increased attention to hygiene.
Not eating for two
- Hormonal induced food cravings often lead to larger amounts of food consumed. By taking several small meals can alleviate the increase occurring in pregnant heartburn (reflux). Fiber rich products should be preferred fatty foods. Carbonated drinks should be replaced by such non-carbonated. The lying down immediately after eating should be avoided.
- A lot of movement is also recommended during pregnancy. It promotes blood circulation, eases tension and improves mood. Permits are all the sports in which dominate gentle movements, such as swimming, gymnastics, cycling and hiking. In addition, regular exercise reduces the tendency to constipation.
- The total elimination of all animal products (strict vegetarian, vegan) poses dangers. The lack of high-quality protein, calcium, iron, vitamins and some essential fatty acids can cause deficiencies. When eggs and milk consumed in sufficient quantities is a balanced diet possible in principle. However, the iron intake to be monitored closely.
- Although small amounts (of alcohol a glass of wine per day) no adverse effect on the unborn baby, is losing quite a precaution during pregnancy to alcohol. The same also applies to nicotine.
- The consumption of caffeinated beverages should be limited to two cups of coffee (four cups of black tea). Excessive use leads to unnecessary stress cycle of the child.
- Nausea and vomiting occur in pregnant women and very often are not uncommon. Sometimes good is it before rising to take something small to her (biscuits, bread, tea).
- Existence of digestive symptoms such as bloating and abdominal fullness should inducing foods (beans, onions, leeks, cabbage) are avoided. Certain types of tea (fennel or Kümmeltee alleviate) the problems.
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