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The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor I Pham Thi Yen - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital. Doctor has more than 10 years of experience in examination and treatment in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.According to statistics, the rate of overweight and obesity in Vietnam is about 6-10%. In particular, obesity during pregnancy greatly affects the health of the mother, causing serious complications for the fetus. Nutrition for obese pregnant women how to be reasonable?
1. Obesity during pregnancy
Overweight and obesity are defined as abnormal or excessive accumulation of fat in the body, which can cause a decrease in the body's resistance. Body mass index (BMI) by weight divided by height squared is used to identify overweight and obese people. According to WHO, when BMI is greater than or equal to 25 called overweight, BMI greater than or equal to 30 is called obese.Pregnant women who are obese have a much higher risk of pregnancy complications than normal women. Not only that, during pregnancy, if the diet is not controlled, especially in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, rapid weight gain will occur. Pregnant women face the risk of miscarriage, premature birth, pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes....
2. Effects of obesity during pregnancy
Risks when pregnant women become obese affect the mother and baby:Children with birth defects, the rate of children having birth defects when the mother is obese is very high. Common malformations such as neural tube defects.
Trẻ bị dị tật bẩm sinh, tỷ lệ trẻ bị dị tật bẩm sinh khi mẹ béo phì rất cao
3. Nutrition for obese pregnant women
A reasonable diet helps to improve the consequences of overweight and obesity while still providing adequate nutrients for the fetus.Should eat foods containing many vitamins and minerals such as: low-sweet fruits, vegetables, brown rice, whole grains, low-fat foods, yogurt, fat-free milk, low sugar. Increase the intake of protein-rich foods such as lean meat, lean fish, legumes... Should take more folic acid to limit the risk of neural tube defects. Foods rich in folic acid such as: Spinach, cauliflower, eggs... Also can be supplemented with synthetic tablets. Divide your meals into small meals and don't skip meals. Each meal limits the amount of starch and fat. Reduce foods that contain a lot of saturated fat such as fried foods, fried foods, animal fats, butter. Use unsaturated fats like olive oil instead. Reduce eating foods containing a lot of sugar such as: Confectionery, sweet fruit, carbonated drinks, flavored bottled drinks, sweet fruit juices... Do not drink alcohol, beer, alcoholic beverages, do not drink alcohol. smoke. Limit coffee, tea...
Uống rượu, bia, đồ uống có chứa cồn, không hút thuốc lá có hại cho sức khỏe
4. Notes when treating obesity during pregnancy
In obese women, after pregnancy is confirmed, they should go to an obstetrician and nutritionist to plan special care and plan a diet. Carefully monitor blood sugar, blood pressure, liver and kidney function during pregnancy. During the first 3 months of pregnancy, there is a risk of miscarriage. The pregnant woman can be prescribed drugs to support pregnancy, antispasmodic. During the second and third trimesters, the risk of gestational diabetes, gestational hypertension and pre-eclampsia should be monitored regularly. Apply a reasonable diet. A reasonable diet helps pregnant women limit weight gain during pregnancy, limiting complications for both mother and baby. In addition, pregnant women need to have regular antenatal check-ups to control diseases during pregnancy.Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
