When you’re pregnant, your doctor will have a number of recommendations to make about your diet and dietary needs. I was sent to the hospital with a brutal headache once during my pregnancy that was related to dehydration. So be sure to maintain an adequate water intake. It will help you feel better and it will also help keep you from overeating since one of the reasons we may feel hunger is due to being thirsty – strange, but true.
Other dietary tips to keep in mind while pregnant include:
- Avoid fried foods, instead broil or bake the food (especially meat) to minimize your fat intake
- Avoid canned vegetables, instead use frozen or fresh because canned is usually high in sodium
- Avoid chips and candy for snacks, go for raw carrots, cucumbers and celery
- Avoid eating on the run, take your time to eat and chew thoroughly
- Avoid eating just the three large meals a day, instead eat 4 to 6 smaller meals during the day to keep your sugar levels from crashing and to keep your metabolism boosted
- Avoid caffeine, but do get plenty of fiber and iron-rich foods in your diet
What other dietary recommendations did your physician suggest for your pregnancy?
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