Preparing for pregnancy and pregnancy itself is a great time to develop healthy eating habits, because the health of the baby, as well as the condition and beauty of the woman, depends on it. Pregnancy is a test for the body, it works in an enhanced mode, so you need to provide it with proteins, fats and carbohydrates, as well as vitamins and trace elements in the right amount. In your daily diet you need to include:
• dairy products (cottage cheese, kefir, yogurt) - they increase immunity and help maintain calcium balance, which is important for the normal development of the child's musculoskeletal system;
• fresh vegetables and fruits - they are a source of vitamins and fiber;
• cereals - they are rich in fiber, complex carbohydrates and iron;
• fish - it contains a lot of iodine and zinc;
• dishes from low-fat meats - they saturate well and give the necessary protein.
It is sometimes possible to pamper yourself with sweets, but it is important to know when to stop. It is better to give preference to fruit-based desserts. Under a strict ban, alcohol, fast food, soda, exotic dishes, the body's reaction to which cannot be predicted. Often, during preparation and during pregnancy, doctors prescribe folic acid and special vitamin and mineral complexes.