The Menu of the Pregnancy

According to my gynecologist, pregnant women should consume about 2,200 calories per day 200-500 more than normal. However, it also depends on access to the power of pregnancy and weight. It is always good to consult your doctor if you have a nutritionist, because it would accumulate a few pounds more physiologically, but it's always good to be strict about nine months to fight, not the time between the birth occurred sleepless nights nursing home is difficult if not impossible, to speed.

However, your child's health depends largely on the type of food, we take the calories you consume, and the fact that taking all the vitamins, and minerals. Make sure enough of the nutrients we get the following list, every day.

Vitamin C is important because it helps the formation of collagen, a protein involved in the creation of bone, cartilage, muscle and blood vessels of the affected child. He is also antioxidants, in order to prevent disease. Where can I find: orange juice, grapefruit, oranges, broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes and cabbage.

Calcium is important for the formation of bones and teeth of your child. Where to find milk, cheese, yogurt and vegetables (broccoli, lettuce, spinach, cabbage).

    * Iron is important for hemoglobin that transports oxygen in the blood. During pregnancy, more hemoglobin to oxygen to carry the baby. Moreover, the iron used in the development of the fetal blood supply. If you have a few mg. Days will then write the doctor a plug in that contains iron. Where to find: nuts, lean red meat, beans, pasta, bread and vegetables.

Vitamin A is important for eyes, skin and bones healthy and helps the formation of cells that make up the organs of the baby. This is usually not necessary to rely on 800mg per day. In any case, always remember to act under medical supervision. For example, high intake of vitamin A (10,000 IU) may be harmful to you and your child. Where to find: vegetable soup, milk, peaches, fruit yellow.

    * Proteins are essential for the formation of the body of your child, because they contain amino acids. Where to find: eggs, meat, milk, yogurt, cheese, beans.

Vitamin D helps to build bones and teeth. It also allows the body to use calcium and phosphorus. Where to find: milk, egg yolks, sardines and salmon.

    * Complex carbohydrates like whole food and vegetables found a few, are responsible for the provision of energy and prevents constipation and dietary fiber. Avoid simple carbohydrates into sugar, flour, cakes, because they appeared not nutritious and fattening. Where to find bread, cereal, pasta, rice, potatoes and corn.

    * Zinc: helps the growth of the child should play at 20 mg per day.

Where can I find: meat, milk and fish.

    * Fats: to help the main source of energy to absorb vitamins A, D, E, K. However, when high-calorie,  the diet. Where to find cheese, Parmesan cheese, meat, egg yolks and butter.

    * Liquids: Water is essential for the formation of new cells into the blood to keep the process other nutrients. It Furthermore, reduces swelling, constipation and the risk of urinary tract infections. Drink at least eight glasses of water or milk or fruit juice per day. Avoid sugary drinks.