Every woman passes the important phase of her life when she becomes an expecting mother. Women have a wider role in the process of reproduction and as such during those tough 9 months it becomes necessary that she is being given the utmost care. Because the health of the future offspring depends upon the health of the mother do not neglect your nutrition.
A balanced diet is the main rule for healthy eating when you are expecting that means your diet should include plenty of fruits, vegetables, proteins, grains and hydrating fluids. There are some food habits that could be harmful for your child and those you should avoid.
1. If you love junk food it will give you extra calories without any of the nutritional benefits of healthy food and therefore avoid junk food. Have an apple instead of doughnut.
2. You should totally avoid alcohol and caffeine because these hinder the absorption of two important nutrients (folic acid and iron) that are important during pregnancy and could affect the fetus with long term developmental effects.