Top Foods to eat during Pregnancy

Top Foods to eat during Pregnancy

Top 5 foods to eat in the 1 st trimester

Many women lose their appetites and suffer from nausea in the early months of pregnancy, so make sure you get off on the right foot!

Spinach: high in folic acid.

Lentils: protein, aids in the baby’s tissue and muscle growth.

Chicken: high in iron, which creates red blood cells and helps your body get enough oxygen.

Salmon: high in calcium, vitamin D and is one of the safer fishes to eat while pregnant*.

Cheese: source of dairy, important for bone development.

Top 5 foods to eat in the 2 nd trimester

At this stage, your baby will be well developed, so it’s important to eat foods rich in calcium, magnesium, vitamin D and omega-3 oils.

Lean Meats: rich in iron and iron supplies oxygen to the baby.

Milk/Yoghurt: good source of calcium for bones and teeth development and supports muscles, nerves and the circulatory system.

Eggs: needed for prenatal proteins. Excellent source of protein, calcium and vitamin D, which is needed for bone development.

Citrus Fruits/Orange Juice: rich in folic acid, potassium and vitamin C, help prevent birth defects. Potassium is important for keeping your muscle function, metabolism and overall health in check.

Oily Fish: rich in omega-3 fatty acids which support the heart, brain, eyes, immune system and central nervous system.

Top 5 foods to eat in the 3rd trimester

This is most likely the difficult stage as your bump gets bigger and you’ll need an extra 200 calories to make sure you’re getting enough energy.

Sweet Potatoes: full of nutritious fibre, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin C and iron, copper and the antioxidant beta-carotene. Beta-carotene converts to vitamin A which plays an important role in the development of the baby’s eyes, bones and skin.

Nuts: full of healthy fats like brain-boosting omega-3 fatty acids, proteins, fibres, vitamins and minerals like magnesium. Magnesium rich foods help reduce the risk of premature labour and aids in the development of baby’s nervous system.

Oatmeal: filled with fibres, proteins and vitamin B6. Whole grains are great for the baby’s development and for keeping your energy levels up, especially if morning sickness has you feeling drained.

Leafy Greens: packed with nutrients and antioxidants. Calcium, potassium, fibres, folate and vitamin A all help with the baby’s development.

Beans and Lentils: great source of proteins, iron, folate, fibres, zinc and calcium. They’re vital for the growth of the baby and zinc is linked to a lower risk of pre-term delivery, low birth weight and prolonged labour.

Seated Side Bend

Great for those who are suffering from lower back pain. Begin in the half lotus position. Place your right hand on the ground for balance. Stretch your left arm above your body and bend to the right. Look towards your left hand. Repeat on your left side.

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