Satisfy cravings with nutritious, low-calorie snacks rather than junk food. The recommended number of daily servings for each food group are as follows. Also keep in mind your body's increased need for calcium and iron. Calcium, which is essential to the development of strong bones and teeth, is found in milk, cheese, green leafy vegetables, whole grains and nuts. Your iron requirement doubles during pregnancy because you develop extra blood vessels to nourish your baby.
Vitamins are important too.
If you eat a well-balanced diet and take your prenatal supplements, your body will get its daily requirements of vitamins and folic acid, which reduces the chance of common birth defects such as spina bifida. Pregnancy is a time to focus on yourself and your body. It's also the perfect time to start 'eating right' - and to start a lifetime of healthy eating. 2000 Families Plus The information contained in this publication is being provided with the understanding that Families Plus, LLC is not engaged in rendering legal, medical or other professional service. If legal, medical or other professional assistance is required, it should be sought from the appropriate professional personnel.