Pregnancy Tips :
We all
strive to eat healthier throughout the day. However, with all the
brownies and goodies out in the world, being pregnant and eating healthy can be
a real struggle! Eating healthy is the best thing you can do for your
baby! But what do you eat? Here is a list of 5 healthiest foods to
eat during your pregnancy:
1. Eggs: Eggs
are protein packed and good for you. Eat the entire egg, though, yolk and
all (you can hold the shell). The yolk contains important nutrients for
healthy brain growth, which also aid in reducing neural tube defects.
2. Greek
yogurt: This is a healthy snack high in protein, too! As long as it’s
natural, the live active cultures help to fight off infection, keeping you (and
baby!) healthier. Add some fruit for a tastier treat.
3. Colorful
fruits and veggies: Eat your veggies (and fruits) like your mama
always told you! Green is always good: veggies green in color aid in
metabolism. Celery specifically helps in lowering blood pressure, which
if you are prone to high blood pressure and are pregnant, can’t hurt.
Oranges, broccoli and bananas are great choices as well.
4. Beans
and Lentils: These tiny foods pack protein, which will keep you full
longer. You can eat them alone or top your salad with them. You can even
add them to whole grain or brown rice dishes! Beans also have a lot of fiber,
which can help with constipation (one of the lovely side effects of pregnancy
no one really tells you about).
5. Oatmeal:
No, not the sugary kind that comes with its own flavor, but the plain
kind. Add fruits like raspberries, cut up apples, or blueberries for
flavor. Don’t feel like fruit? Maple syrup is good as well, but
don’t use too much. Swap this for your bagel or muffin in the morning,
and it will keep you satisfied longer – plus, it’ll give you energy! Who
couldn’t use some energy?!
Staying
healthy during pregnancy isn’t rocket science, and it doesn’t have to be too
difficult. Keep in mind that whole foods are best, and anything processed
should be limited. There’s no reason to deprive yourself completely, though!
Enjoy your pregnancy: stay active and healthy and you’ll bounce back so much
faster!
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