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We try to pay attention to the healthy diet every day but during the pregnancy the healthy diet is even more important. There are some foods you should avoid. What to eat and what not to eat during pregnancy?
During the pregnancy we not only take care of the body but also we help the baby grow and develop. It is crucial not to eat certain produce so as not to do any harm to the fetus. Foods that are unhealthy may be detrimental to your child's health. The article presents a list of foods that should be avoided because their effect on the baby can be bad.
1. ALCOHOL
No amount of alcohol can be considered safe during the pregnancy. No to so long ago doctors advised a glass of wine from time to time - it's not true. Alcohol increases the risk of suffering from Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder which can make a child less able to learn. It can also cause birth defects and mental retardation. The alcohol can also affect the birth weight, small stature, various side effects. If you don't know that you're pregnant and you have consumed alcohol during first weeks after conception you shouldn't panic, just stop drinking once you learned that you're pregnant and consume more folic acid (400 micrograms) and you're decrease your baby's risk of serious consequences.
2. SACCHARIN
You should avoid artificial sweeteners, especially those including saccharin. This is because it crosses the placenta and ends up in baby's bloodstream. High amounts of saccharin create the risk of bladder cancer, and since fetus clears saccharin more effectively than an adult it means the levels of this substance can be very high. Other sweeteners are not said to cause harm to baby or mother.
3. SEAFOOD
Fish is the healthiest food you can consume, during pregnancy it's the best you can eat. Shellfish and fish help a child to grow and develop healthily. Fish or shellfish have plenty of nutritional benefits, however, pregnant women should avoid fish rich in mercury. This is because high levels of mercury can potentially damage the nervous system of a growing baby. Seafood high in mercury include: shark, swordfish, King mackerel or tilefish. You can safely eat tuna, shrimp, pollack or catfish. All types of raw fish should be avoided because it may contain loads of bacteria and parasites dangerous during pregnancy.
4. TOO MUCH CAFFEINE
Although moderate amounts of caffeine make no harm, greater amounts of this beverage can cause serious problems. Caffeine may increase the risk of miscarriage and cause low birth weight, it's a mild stimulant which is simply not advised during pregnancy. If you can't resign from drinking coffee try to limit its amounts to three cups of coffee every day. The same applies to sodas and medications that contain caffeine.
5. UNPASTEURIZED CHEESE AND LUNCH MEATS
These foods can cause a disease called listeriosis. Listeriosis increases the risk of miscarriage, premature birth or stillbirth. A baby exposed to Listeria can be seriously ill and even die. The bacteria can be found in feta, camembert, brie cheeses, blue-veined. It can also be found in unpasteurized fruit juices, hot dogs and cold meats such as salami, ham, turkey.
This is what you should eat
1. FIBER
Fiber reduces constipation and helps avoid common pregnancy problem which is hemorrhoids. Fiber is also important in reducing birth defects.
2. ORANGE JUICE
2 cups of orange juice every day can reduce blood pressure by 10 points, high doses of vitamin C help reduce the risk of preecampsia.
3. BANANA STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE
Such a drink is packed with baby-friendly nutrients which prevent premature births. Foods rich in calcium help control fluid retention.
4. SALMON
6 ounces of salmon every week reduce the risk of premature deaths. If you eat lots of fish during pregnancy your baby will sleep soundly. Salmon contains a key component called DHA fatty acid which helps children get healthier sleep patterns.
5. LOW-FAT YOGURT
Calcium and protein are important for your baby's development. Low-fat yogurt may reduce muscle cramping, bloating and water retention. Eating yogurt also helps to avoid yeast infections.
Added by:
mary
not connected with health care system
Added on:
2009-08-18 15:02:29 ,
Updated:
2009-08-18 15:05:15
Bibliography:
www.webmd.com
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