{"id":32562,"date":"2024-04-13T13:39:24","date_gmt":"2024-04-13T10:39:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/?p=32562"},"modified":"2024-07-23T10:34:20","modified_gmt":"2024-07-23T07:34:20","slug":"nutrition-during-pregnancy-5-important-things","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/nutrition-during-pregnancy-5-important-things\/","title":{"rendered":"Nutrition During Pregnancy: 5 Important Things to Consider"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/nutrition-during-pregnancy-5-important-things\/#How_Should_Pregnant_Women_Eat_for_Extreme_Nausea\" title=\"How Should Pregnant Women Eat for Extreme Nausea?\">How Should Pregnant Women Eat for Extreme Nausea?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/nutrition-during-pregnancy-5-important-things\/#How_Should_Pregnant_Women_Eat_to_Avoid_Gas_Problems\" title=\"How Should Pregnant Women Eat to Avoid Gas Problems?\">How Should Pregnant Women Eat to Avoid Gas Problems?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/nutrition-during-pregnancy-5-important-things\/#How_Should_Pregnant_Women_with_Reflux_Eat\" title=\"How Should Pregnant Women with Reflux Eat?\">How Should Pregnant Women with Reflux Eat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/nutrition-during-pregnancy-5-important-things\/#What_Should_Pregnant_Women_Pay_Attention_to_When_Drinking_Herbal_Tea\" title=\"What Should Pregnant Women Pay Attention to When Drinking Herbal Tea?\">What Should Pregnant Women Pay Attention to When Drinking Herbal Tea?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/nutrition-during-pregnancy-5-important-things\/#How_Much_Weight_Should_Be_Gained_During_Pregnancy\" title=\"How Much Weight Should Be Gained During Pregnancy?\">How Much Weight Should Be Gained During Pregnancy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/nutrition-during-pregnancy-5-important-things\/#Nutrition_Recommendations_for_Pregnants\" title=\"Nutrition Recommendations for Pregnants:\">Nutrition Recommendations for Pregnants:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Should_Pregnant_Women_Eat_for_Extreme_Nausea\"><\/span>How Should Pregnant Women Eat for Extreme Nausea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gastrointestinal complaints during pregnancy are among the most common issues. Nausea affects 50-90% of pregnant women, while vomiting affects 25-55%. Factors such as young age, obesity, first pregnancy, and smoking can exacerbate these symptoms. Nausea is particularly prevalent in the first trimester, typically lasting for weeks.<\/p>\n<p>To alleviate nausea during pregnancy, consider the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Opt for frequent, small meals.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a low-fat diet, and toast bread before consuming.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid triggers such as cigarettes, strong odors, and certain foods.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the stomach is never empty by increasing meal frequency to six times a day.<\/li>\n<li>Consume something dry like breadcrumbs upon waking and rest for a while before getting out of bed.<\/li>\n<li>Stay hydrated between meals.<\/li>\n<li>Take short breaks and rest during the day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Should_Pregnant_Women_Eat_to_Avoid_Gas_Problems\"><\/span>How Should Pregnant Women Eat to Avoid Gas Problems?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To address bloating and gas during pregnancy, eat smaller, more frequent meals. Fast food can exacerbate bloating, so it&#8217;s best avoided. Additionally, steer clear of gas-inducing foods like dried legumes, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, and onions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Should_Pregnant_Women_with_Reflux_Eat\"><\/span>How Should Pregnant Women with Reflux Eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Reflux, where stomach acid flows into the esophagus, is common during pregnancy, affecting about two-thirds of pregnant women. Symptoms include a burning sensation behind the breastbone and sometimes in the throat. To mitigate reflux:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eat smaller, more frequent meals.<\/li>\n<li>Elevate the head of the bed.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid eating within three hours of bedtime.<\/li>\n<li>Limit consumption of alcohol, coffee, chocolate, and high-fat foods.<\/li>\n<li>Quit smoking, as it worsens reflux by increasing stomach acid production.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_Pregnant_Women_Pay_Attention_to_When_Drinking_Herbal_Tea\"><\/span>What Should Pregnant Women Pay Attention to When Drinking Herbal Tea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s advisable to avoid herbal tea during pregnancy due to the risk of fluid loss and miscarriage.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Weight_Should_Be_Gained_During_Pregnancy\"><\/span>How Much Weight Should Be Gained During Pregnancy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Monitoring weight gain is crucial during pregnancy to ensure both maternal and infant health. Weight gain should be gradual, with recommendations as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In the first three months, aim for 0.5-1 kg per month.<\/li>\n<li>In subsequent months, target an average gain of 1.5-2 kg per month.<\/li>\n<li>Overall, aim for a total weight gain of 10-14 kg, averaging around 12.5 kg.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-49920\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_736186753-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_736186753-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_736186753-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_736186753-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_736186753-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_736186753-2048x1367.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutrition_Recommendations_for_Pregnants\"><\/span>Nutrition Recommendations for Pregnants:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Limit consumption of sugary, floury, and fatty foods to prevent excessive weight gain.<\/li>\n<li>Opt for white meat like chicken and fish.<\/li>\n<li>Choose lean cuts of red meat when consumed.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid processed meats such as sausage, salami, and pastrami.<\/li>\n<li>Use healthier cooking methods like boiling, grilling, or baking instead of frying.<\/li>\n<li>Reduce salt intake, opting for iodized salt when used.<\/li>\n<li>Thoroughly wash fruits, vegetables, legumes, and grains to remove chemical residues like pesticides.<\/li>\n<li>Limit coffee and tea consumption, ideally consuming them at least 45 minutes after meals.<\/li>\n<li>In cases of nausea and vomiting, consume small, frequent meals and consider resting for 15 minutes after consuming dry foods like toast or crackers before getting out of bed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Would you like to share your experiences and questions as a comment?<\/p>\n<p>Have a nice and healthy day!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How Should Pregnant Women Eat for Extreme Nausea? 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