First 3 months of pregnancy: What should and shouldn't eat?

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What pregnant women should eat in the first 3 months or what pregnant women should not eat in the first 3 months are interested by many people, because this is an important stage, starting for the development of the fetus. There are some foods that pregnant women need to increase during this period, but there are also some foods that pregnant women need to avoid to affect the fetus.

1. What should pregnant women eat in the first 3 months?

The first 3 months of pregnancy, also known as the first trimester, is the period when important organs of the body are formed such as the heart, spinal cord, brain, liver, lungs, ... This stage, cells. The fetus develops at an extremely fast rate but is also very vulnerable. So for the fetus to develop healthy and safe, what should pregnant women eat in the first 3 months? Here are the food groups that pregnant women need to include in their meals in the first trimester:
Protein-rich foods: Meats are a rich source of protein, including red meat (pork, beef, . ..) and white meat (poultry). In particular, red meat, in addition to providing protein, also adds important minerals such as iron and zinc, ... to help prevent iron deficiency anemia for both the fetus and the mother. As for white meat, it is supplemented with other vitamins and minerals such as vitamins of groups B, A, E, D, minerals with phosphorus and calcium, so that the mother's body and fetus are healthy. So in addition to meat, what should pregnant women eat to get more protein and vitamins? The answer is eggs, which are rich in protein and vitamin D, are essential for healthy bone development. However, pregnant women should note that they can only eat about 3-4 eggs/week. Salmon: Among fish, salmon is known to be a food that brings a lot of nutritional value because it contains a lot of vitamin D, calcium and omega-3, not only good for everyone but especially pregnant women. However, pregnant women should note that they should eat cooked salmon. Fruits rich in vitamin C and green vegetables: What should pregnant women eat in the first 3 months to help the fetus develop healthy? Of course, green vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C are indispensable. Green vegetables increase fiber and provide many other important nutrients. And oranges, tangerines, grapefruits, ... contain a lot of vitamin C, which will help pregnant women both enhance iron absorption and increase resistance. Asparagus: Why should pregnant women eat asparagus? Because this is a food that provides a lot of folic acid, an important substance to prevent neural tube defects in the fetus.

Grapes, bananas: In addition to the above foods, what should pregnant women eat in the first 3 months? Some pregnant women experience morning sickness in the first trimester, so learning about foods to eat in the first trimester can help you find the right food and substitute, ensuring enough nutrients for your baby. both mother and fetus. Among many fruits, grapes and bananas are essential for pregnant women because they contain many important minerals. Bananas are rich in iron, which helps prevent iron deficiency anemia in pregnant women, and at the same time overcomes and prevents constipation and indigestion. Grapes are rich in vitamins and calcium. However, pregnant women should note that they should only eat ripe bananas from 1-2 fruits/day and eat bananas about 1-2 hours after main meals. And pregnant women should not eat grapes or bananas at the same time because of their high sugar content. Yogurt: What should pregnant women eat to improve digestion and supplement calcium? Yogurt is a great choice because it contains a lot of calcium, beneficial bacteria, and at the same time prevents constipation that often occurs in pregnant mothers. To ensure that the fetus receives enough nutrients and healthy development in the first trimester, pregnant women should divide the above food groups into many small meals, especially when pregnant women are suffering from morning sickness.

2. What should pregnant women not eat in the first 3 months?

Also in this first trimester, the fetus also faces a high risk of injury or deformity if the pregnant mother eats and drinks without diet, abuses stimulants. So what should pregnant women not eat in the first 3 months?
Seafood containing a lot of mercury: Tuna, swordfish and some other sea fish containing a lot of mercury are foods that pregnant women should avoid because they can affect the brain development of the fetus. Raw meats: The risk of infection is higher if pregnant women eat raw, undercooked meat. Whether infection or worms from raw meat also affect the development of the fetus. Therefore, during this period, pregnant women need to eat and drink boiled. Raw papaya: The risk of miscarriage in the first trimester is often higher, so what should pregnant women not eat in the first 3 months to prevent this risk? Raw papaya fruit is a food to avoid because the latex of papaya has the ability to cause uterine contractions, besides it also causes allergies with manifestations such as skin rashes, swelling of the mouth, severe can lead to to difficulty breathing or anaphylaxis. Instead, pregnant mothers should eat ripe papaya fruit to provide more fiber, vitamins of groups B, A, C and minerals such as potassium, folate, ... for the development of the fetus.

Pineapple (pineapple): Besides papaya, what should pregnant women not eat in the first 3 months to avoid miscarriage? That is pineapple, also known as pineapple. Pineapple contains a substance called bromelain, which has the ability to soften the cervix and induce early labor. Occasionally pregnant women can eat a little pineapple, but should not eat often and eat a lot because pineapple can cause some digestive problems and allergies. Stimulants: As soon as you find out that you are pregnant, pregnant women need to give up stimulants immediately such as caffeine, beer, alcohol, ... Excessive consumption of caffeine makes pregnant women nervous and difficult to sleep at the same time. may increase the risk of miscarriage. Alcohol affects the nervous system of children. Processed foods, containing a lot of salt and sugar: In addition to the foods mentioned above, what should pregnant women not eat in the first 3 months? Sweet confectionery, canned fruit juices, prepared foods such as instant noodles, .... are foods containing a lot of sugar, salt and preservatives and additives in the food industry. can cause poisoning, weight gain, diabetes if pregnant women consume too much. What to eat and what not to eat in the first 3 months of pregnancy is a very important issue in pregnancy because a complete diet, while limiting harmful foods can help the fetus develop healthy. strong and safe.

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