Pregnancy And Our Body Requirements - 3MEDS

Basic guidelines to know what multivitamin our body needs during pregnancy which our day to day life doesn't fulfill

'I might only carry my baby inside me for nine months, and in my arms for a few short years, but I will forever hold them in my heart no matter how big they get. ' 'The love for your baby really is like no other. This is one of the most selfless love in this entire world.

But It's always important to take care of your body during this beautiful time you must have to take a balanced diet when you are pregnant because as we all know whatever you eat is the main and only source of nutrients for your baby. But during pregnancy, many women don't get enough iron, folate, calcium, vitamin D, or protein. So, try to eat a healthy and balanced diet during pregnancy which can help promote your baby's growth.

Here 3MEDS listed some of the important nutrients for a healthy pregnancy:

1. Folate and folic acid — Prevent birth defects

Folate is the natural form of vitamin B in food, while folic acid is a synthetic form. A high intake of folic acid may lead to increased blood levels of unmetabolized folic acid So, It is good to take during pregnancy and has been shown to decrease the risk of premature birth.. is used as a dietary supplement and in food fortification as it is more stable during processing and storage.

2. Iron

During pregnancy, a woman’s requirement for iron increases because the developing baby draws iron from the mother to last it through the first five or six months after birth.

Iron is really one of the most important nutrients for a healthy pregnancy. If you don't have enough iron stores or get enough iron throughout your pregnancy, you could develop iron deficiency anemia which is not good. You might become fatigued. Severe iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy also increases your risk of premature birth or having a low birth weight baby and postpartum depression.

3. Calcium:

Calcium is one of the basic needs of our body for strong bones and teeth. Calcium also helps your circulatory, muscular, and nervous systems run normally. The main sources include milk, cheese, yogurt, and sardines. During pregnancy, you need 1,000 milligrams (mg) daily

4. Protein:

Protein is crucial for ensuring the right kind of growth of babies, including the brain also. It is helpful for breast and uterine tissue growth during pregnancy. It is one of the most mandatory nutrients during pregnancy and it also increases blood supply, allowing more blood to be sent for your baby's growth.

5. Vitamin D:

Vitamin D also helps to build your baby's bones and teeth strong. During pregnancy, you have to take 600 (IU) a day. The main source includes fatty fish, such a salmon is a great source of Vitamin D. 

You can also intake fortified milk and orange juice. If you are considering taking vitamin D or any other supplements during pregnancy, always discuss it with your doctor's first.

6. Weight Gain: 

This is one of the most common things that you and your doctor will check for nine months of pregnancy until you give birth. But gaining too much or too low weight can create a problem during pregnancy for you and your baby's too.

When you eat, you are feeding not only yourself but also your growing foetus doesn't mean you should eat twice the food in a day. 

If you are a healthy weight before your pregnancy, you only need to eat an average of about 300 extra calories a day.

7.  Healthy exercise:

With the healthy nutrients during pregnancy, you also have to look up to healthy exercise can help you manage your weight like swimming and walking are two of a good choice. Make sure to avoid any extreme sports or contact sports like basketball and rock climbing.

Conclusion:

If you are eating a healthy diet and taking a daily above mentioned key nutrients starting at least three months before conception can help to promote your baby's growth and development. Hence, there is no magic formula for a healthy pregnancy diet. Eat lots of fruits, vegetables, protein, vitamins, and healthy fats. 

Good nutrition during pregnancy can help to keep you and your developing baby healthy.