{"id":164722,"date":"2021-09-02T14:13:24","date_gmt":"2021-09-02T08:43:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/apnlive.com\/?p=164722"},"modified":"2022-03-23T16:23:08","modified_gmt":"2022-03-23T10:53:08","slug":"nutrition-week-healthy-food-pregnant-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/apnlive.com\/lifestyle\/nutrition-week-healthy-food-pregnant-women\/","title":{"rendered":"National Nutrition Week 2021: 5 healthy foods that pregnant women should include in their diet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

National Nutrition Week is finally here and it is the second day of the nutrition week. This week starts from September 1 and goes on till September 7. This week aims to spread awareness about nutritious food consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we all know our health is the most important part of our life. And, Nutritious food plays a very vital role, especially for women. So, in our APN National Nutrition Week series, we will talk about healthy foods. And, today our focus will be on the healthy foods that pregnant women should include in their diet. Notably, on Sunday Prime Minister Narendra Modi also laid focus on National Nutrition Week and said that September will be considered a nutrition month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A healthy pregnancy diet is important for both mother and baby. As what a woman eats and drinks during pregnancy is the main source of nourishment to the baby. Experts recommend that the expecting mother should include a variety of healthy food and beverages to provide proper nutrition to the baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Here’s some of the nutritious food that should be included in a pregnant woman\u2019s diet.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dairy products<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During pregnancy, the body requires extra protein and calcium to meet the needs of the baby. Dairy products like cheese, milk and yoghurt contain two types of vital nutrients that are casein and whey. They are rich in protein and is filled with high amounts of phosphorus, vitamin B, magnesium, and zinc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Legumes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Legumes are a plant-based source of protein and fibre. It provides high amounts of phosphorus, vitamin B, magnesium, and zinc. Apart from this, it also has Folate
The consumption of Legumes in the first trimester is considered healthy for both mother and baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sweet Potatoes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sweet potatoes are not only good in taste but they\u2019re also rich in beta carotene, a plant compound that is converted into vitamin A in your body. Vitamin A is essential for baby\u2019s development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salmon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Smoked on a whole wheat bagel, teriyaki grilled, or slathered in pesto, salmon is a welcome addition to this list. Salmon is rich in essential omega-3 fatty acids that have a host of benefits.
These are found in high amounts in seafood and is considered good for the brain and eyes of your baby. It can even help to increase gestational length.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eggs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Those incredible, edible eggs are the\u00a0ultimate health food, as they contain a little bit of almost every nutrient you need. A large egg contains about 80 calories, high-quality protein, fat, and many vitamins and minerals. Eggs are a great source of\u00a0choline and are known as a vital nutrient during pregnancy. It\u2019s important in baby\u2019s brain development and helps prevent developmental abnormalities of the brain and spine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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