Monday 9 January 2012

DIET AND WEIGHT IN PREGNANCY


Weight gain during pregnancy has to be from 0.9 to 1.4 kg per month of pregnancy, or 11 to 13.5 kg in a woman of average height. 
A weight gain between 13.5 and 15, 8 kg fat is excessive and represents both the fetus and mother. Keep in mind that it is more difficult to control weight gain in later stages of pregnancy, so it is imperative not to increase the bulk of the total weight for the first few months, however, poor weight gain is a negative sign, particularly if less than 4.5 kg. Do not ever recommend dieting during pregnancy, even in very obese patients, it is essential that some increase in weight for good fetal development, and the system reduces the supply of nutrients to the fetus. All the extra weight will be lost, at the latest, during the year following the birth, with a healthy diet and regular activity. Sometimes the simple fluid retention causes weight gain, who will miss a week of birth.

A daily diet should be added the woman about 250 kcal a day to provide adequate fetal nutrition. Most of these calories should consist of protein, but the diet must be well balanced, including fruit and vegetables of the season. It also should be taken free of sugar and cereals high in fiber. The salt (especially iodine) can be used in moderation, but avoid heavily salted foods. It should also limit foods with fats and sweets: pastries, chips, soft drinks, biscuits and sweets. Folic acid is a B vitamin found primarily in green leafy vegetables, legumes, asparagus and liver. All pregnant women should consume 0.4 milligrams of folic acid per day, especially in the early weeks. This helps protect the baby that is forming against certain birth defects of the spine or brain, such as spina bifida. Do not smoke, drink alcohol or take drugs not prescribed throughout pregnancy.
  • Vitamins : Eat different kinds of foods every day. Since it is difficult to get the recommended amount of folic acid only through food, you may need to receive supplements (multivitamin), as determined by your doctor.
  • Sal : Your body needs a certain amount of salt when you are pregnant. The salt (especially iodine) can be used in moderation, but avoid heavily salted foods.
  • Meals : Eat three meals every day. If you have heartburn (heartburn) or stomach bothers you, do four to six meals with smaller amounts in the day.
  • Appetizers or snacks : Cheese, yoghurt, fruit and vegetables are healthy snacks. Avoid sweets, cakes or sugary drinks.
  • Water : When you are pregnant your body needs plenty of fluids. Drink six to eight glasses of fluid each day (water, fruit juices, and / or milk).
  • Caffeine : Caffeine is in tea, coffee, soft drinks, and chocolate. Too much caffeine could be dangerous for your baby.

VERY IMPORTANT: Do not smoke, drink alcohol or take drugs not prescribed, throughout pregnancy.

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