Pregnancy
A pregnant woman's diet must provide for the growth and development of the baby.
A pregnant woman's diet must provide for the growth and development of the baby.
During pregnancy, the body of a woman changes - on average, pregnant women increase their weight in 9-12kg.
During pregnancy, the body of a woman changes - on average, pregnant women increase their weight in 9-12kg.
A pregnant women needs enough energy and nutrients to:
A pregnant women needs enough energy and nutrients to:
- carry the extra weight of pregnancy
- aid development of the baby
- prepare the body for birth
A pregnant women's diet should contain energy, protein, calcium, and vitamins C and D - if she does not continue to take these, there will be reduction in the store she has in her body, which can affect the baby.
A pregnant women's diet should contain energy, protein, calcium, and vitamins C and D - if she does not continue to take these, there will be reduction in the store she has in her body, which can affect the baby.
Pregnant women are also advised to take folic acid supplements - this reduces the risk of neural tube defects in the developing baby.
Pregnant women are also advised to take folic acid supplements - this reduces the risk of neural tube defects in the developing baby.
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