FOODS TO BE TAKEN DURING PREGNANCY

In pregnancy, the most important thing to be taken care of is the diet of the mother and the fetus. Following a strict and healthy nutrition helps in the growth of the baby.

Foods to be taken during pregnancy includes:

Whole fruits — like apples, berries, oranges, mango, and bananas

Veggies — like broccoli, sweet potatoes, beets, okra, spinach, peppers, and jicama

Proteins — like lean meats and chicken, eggs, seafood, beans and lentils, nuts and seeds, and tofu

Low-fat or fat-free dairy — like milk, yogurt, cheese, lactose-free dairy, and fortified soy beverages (soy milk) or soy yogurt

Oils — like vegetable oil, olive oil, and oils in foods like seafood, avocado, and nuts

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