Pregnancy is a wonderful phase in every woman's life. It is
important that the mother takes good care of self and her
growing baby through a healthy diet. Pregnancy is definitely not
the time to go on a 'weight-loss' diet, but neither should one
use this period to indulge in overeating 'junk food'. Diet
during pregnancy requires special attention. For a healthy
pregnancy the body needs extra nutrients not just to meet the
needs of the growing baby, but also for the mother in order to
store adequate resources for the lactation period. Eating
smaller meals and incorporating healthy snacks in between meals
can meet the increased nutrient requirements during pregnancy.
Constipation is a common problem for most women during this
period, so diet during pregnancy should have high fiber content
with emphasis on whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables is
important. Some women also experience 'morning sickness', so it
would be a good idea to nibble on some dry food items before
getting up from bed and also drinking l