These types of foods are empty calories and should only be used in moderation. High fiber foods such as bran, bran cereals, breads, fresh fruits and vegetables will not only aid in your vitamin intake but will help keep you from getting constipated. Iron is essential to a pregnant woman and her baby. Iron is responsible for producing oxygen-carrying red blood cells. Iron can be found in lean meats, poultry, fish, eggs, leafy green vegetables, breads, and cereals.
Folic acid is also essentials.
Eating dark green leafy vegetables, dried beans, liver, whole grain breads and cereals, and wheat germ are excellent sources of folic acid. Never try to lose weight while you are pregnant. Taking additional vitamins over the counter may be harmful to your baby. Always check with your physician before taking any vitamins or medications even over the counter medications. Never try to lose weight while you are pregnant.