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Prenatal Dietary Concerns
What foods you should be eating while pregnant and what foods, vitamins and supplements are most healthy during pregnancy
762 Questions
How much vitamin c does a pregnancy woman need?
The recommended amount of vitamin c for a pregnant woman is 2000 MG
Is oolong tea safe during pregnancy?
In moderation, there is no reason to believe that oolong tea is unsafe for pregnant women. The same is true of other types of tea, made from the tea plant, including black tea and green tea. Tea is much lower in caffeine than coffee and the amounts of caffeine in 3 cups of medium to strong tea are totally safe for most pregnant women.
However it is important to remember that caffeine, which is a stimulant, stays in the body of a pregnant woman longer than before she was pregnant. High amounts of tea are probably not the best idea.
Some oolongs, particularly, those made of large, mature leaves, with fewer leaf buds or tips, are lower in caffeine, and a somewhat larger amount might be just as safe.
Is wheatgrass good for pregnant women?
It is debated back and forth whether or not this is okay during pregnancy. Some people agree that it is beneficial because it contains a high concentration of nutrients but others disagree that some of the nutrients can be harmful during pregnancy. Maybe you should read these links to make a more informed decision about your wheat grass consumption.
# http://pregnancyandbaby.com/blog/pregnancy-health/wheatgrass-during-pregnancy/ # http://www.wheatgrasskits.com/issue8.htm # http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/showthread.php?p=289851 # http://babyfit.sparkpeople.com/archive_posts.asp?imboard=59&imParent=1564324
# http://www.sprout.net.au/faqs.html
Can you eat mozzarella while you are pregnant?
Mozzarella cheese should have no harmful affects on your baby during pregnancy.
-Traditional Mozzarella cheese, is made from un-pasteurised water buffalo milk - this should be avoided.
Most cheese available at the supermarket is made from Pasteurised cow milk and is safe.
Always read the label to confirm that Pasteurised milk is used, and ask at a restaurant.
The most common use of real traditional mozzarella is on cold anti pasta dishes, which should be avoided anyway as contains cold cuts of meat etc.
To summarise cheese eating rules while pregnant-
1. Cheese must contain only Pasteurised milk.
2. Cheese must not contain any mould, this rules out blue vein cheese, it also rules out cheese with a bloom exterior such as Brie or Camembert
Can i drink cappicino while pregnant?
You should limit your caffeine while pregnant. So don't make it a hobby of drinking it all the time. You should have one cup or less of coffee a day. But one cappuccino won't hurt.
Is it safe to eat double cream whilst pregnant?
I think you should be safe. I have never heard anything against eating double cream while pregnant. I Googled it too, and nothing came up about avoiding it.
Can pregnant lady eat prineapple fruit during first trimester?
Drinking something containing only 4% pineapple juice should not cause you any harm. It is only contemplated if pineapple or pineapple juice can cause any effects. The effects that are being debated are not severe though. Pineapple/pineapple juice is something that can easily be avoided for 9 months and I can never judge anyone ill for taking precautions to the highest extent while pregnant but if you do choose to eat pineapple or drink it's juice I think you will probably be fine. I also would say that there should not be any effects caused from a drink that contained only 4%.
What shouldn't you eat when you are pregnant?
1. Raw Meats: Raw meats such as sushi, seafood (especially shellfish), rare or uncooked beef or poultry foods should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of coliform bacteria, toxoplasmosis and salmonella.
2. Deli meats including hot dogs: These deli meats might be contaminated with listeria bacteria which may result in miscarriage. It's safe to eat deli meats if you reheat them until steaming hot or avoid altogether.
3. Raw eggs: Raw eggs may contain salmonella. Some Caesar salad dressings, mayonnaise, homemade ice cream and custards as well as Hollandaise sauces may be made with raw eggs. In addition, unpasteurized eggnog should be avoided during pregnancy.Definitely one of the top foods to avoid during pregnancy.
4. Fish high in mercury: Another important food you can't eat when pregnant. In many places in the U.S. there are high levels of Mercury or polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in the fish. When you consume large amounts of mercury, your baby may suffer brain damage resulting in developmental delays (for example, delays in learning to walk or talk). Consumption of fish containing high levels of PCBs in their fatty tissues is linked to decreased attention, memory, and IQ in babies. Check with your local Health Department to determine which fish in your area are safe to eat.
5. Soft cheeses: Soft cheeses such as blue cheese, feta (goat cheese), brie, cambert, Latin-American soft white cheeses (such as queso blanco and queso fresco) and blue-veined cheeses (such as roquefort) may become contaminated with the Listeria bacteria. Listeria could cause sickness or death in you or in your child.
6. Over the counter food: Avoid canned, tinned or prepackaged foods. Many of them can have Salmonella or other bacteria. Even hotdogs and burgers bought from vendors can cause diseases.
7. Liver: Minimize the amount of liver you eat. Animal liver contains very high levels of vitamin A. While vitamin A is good for you, women who consume too much may risk a higher incidence of birth defects in their babies. Since you're probably already taking prenatal vitamins and eating other vitamin A-containing foods, it's better to be safe and not consume liver on a regular basis.
8. Artificial sweeteners: No-no food you can't eat when pregnant.The consumption of artificial sweeteners, such as can be found in diet soda, is safe for the general public. No studies show conclusively that it's harmful for humans to consume artificial sweeteners during pregnancy. The risk seems to be lowest with aspartame, while Saccharin has been shown to cause birth defects and cancer in rodent studies. you might choose to limit your consumption of artificial sweeteners during pregnancy. Instead, substitute fruit juice, milk or water.
9. Unpasteurized milk and milk products: Most of our milk products are made from pasteurized milk. Pasteurized milk has gone through a special cleaning process to rid it of any bacteria, especially listeria. Milk boiled at high temperature (pasteurized) kills the deadly bacteria.
10. Alcohol: During your pregnancy, it is important that you try to avoid alcoholic beverages. Though you may be used to having a glass of wine with dinner, alcohol can severely damage your baby and hinder her development. Alcohol can pass through your placenta and prevent your baby from getting much-needed oxygen and nutrients. Heavy drinking during pregnancy can also increase your child's risk of developing Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, an illness that causes severe mental and physical side effects.
11. Other foods: Pineapple, papaya and sesame seeds should be avoided during pregnancy.
12. Go organic: Very important for a healthy baby. You do not want to feed your baby the hazardous pesticides and chemicals that come for free with groceries.
If you are pregnant - best of luck with the baby! :)
The best kind of milk to drink for pregnancy?
I hear 1% or skim especially if you're going to be drinking a lot of it.
Which nutrient are needed during pregnancy?
Iron, calcium and folic acid are especially important during pregnancy.
Can you eat cat fish if your pregnant?
Yes. Cat fish and essentially all freshwater fish have minimal levels of mercury.
Is it safe to eat salmon if you are pregnant?
hey syd why do you wanna know? yes its good to eat salmon its healthy,only if its fresh
What foods should you stay away from so you don't gain to much weight while being pregnant?
veggies, fruits,. eat lots of chips and Macdonald's.
Can you eat calamari when pregnant?
Assuming the calamari is fresh and properly prepared, there is no reason you couldn't eat calamri when pregnant.
What are good foods to eat when you are pregnant?
You have to eat when your pregnant. The key is, "everything in moderation."
You can eat what you would normally eat. A healthy balanced diet with fresh vegetables that contains enough protein, carbohydrates, fats, minerals and vitamins is best.
Avoid alcohol and smoking as excessive amounts of alcohol and regular smoking have been shown to have deleterious effects on the baby. A glass, maybe two, of wine a week is OK, but not more. If your doctor wants to prescribe something, make sure he or she knows you are pregnant, as some medicines are not recommended during pregnancy. Some exotic foods should be avoided such as french cheeses made from unpasteurized milk.
It has been shown that taking some extra folic acid (0,5 mg a day) before and in the first week after conception reduces the chance of some birth defects.
I haven't ever heard of vanilla extract harming the unborn baby, but ask a Dr, if you are worried.
clams filter microorganisms from the water. they don't hunt or "eat" anything.
Is it safe to eat raw oysters while pregnant?
It is a good idea to avoid all raw seafood during pregnancy. Sushi, oysters etc.
Do you get back ache and stomach pain if pregnant?
== Yes, see your doctor it may be a miscarriage.
== It is common to get some back and stomach discomfort when pregnant. Your muscles are supporting more weight and your organs are being pushed into places they didn't used to be. However, you should contact your doctor to make sure it isn't a sign of something more serious. Sometimes these can be clues there is a problem. The office can usually tell you over the phone if you need to go ahead and come in to be seen.
