Pregnancy
Stages of Pregnancy
Common Pregnancy-Related Discomfort
•Constipation
ØSolution: Increase fibre intake, take probiotics, increase water intake, exercise
•Indigestion/ Heartburn
ØSolution: Take small, frequent meals, avoid spicy & sour food, take probiotics, avoid meals 3 hours before bed
•Hemorrhoids/ Piles
ØSolution: Increase fibre intake, use sitz bath to ease discomfort, avoid sitting/standing for prolonged time
•Morning Sickness
ØSolution: Take ginger tea, take small, frequent meals, avoid food/smell that makes you sick
•Vaginal Thrush
ØSolution: Wipe from front to back, wear loose cotton undergarments, avoid using scented soap, take probiotics
Pregnancy Nutritional Requirement
Daily Recommended Dietary Allowance
Nutrient |
Non-Pregnant |
Pregnant* |
Lactation* |
Vitamin A (μg/d) |
700 |
770 |
1300 |
Vitamin D (μg/d) |
5 |
15 |
15 |
Vitamin E (mg/d) |
15 |
15 |
19 |
Vitamin K (μg/d) |
90 |
90 |
90 |
Folate (μg/d) |
400 |
600 |
500 |
Niacin (mg/d) |
14 |
18 |
17 |
Riboflavin (mg/d) |
1.1 |
1.4 |
1.6 |
Thiamin (mg/d) |
1.1 |
1.4 |
1.4 |
Vitamin B6 (mg/d) |
1.3 |
1.9 |
2 |
Vitamin B12 (μg/d) |
2.4 |
2.6 |
2.8 |
Vitamin C (mg/d) |
75 |
85 |
120 |
Calcium (mg/d) |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
Iron (mg/d) |
18 |
27 |
9 |
Phosphorus (mg/d) |
700 |
700 |
700 |
Selenium (μg/d) |
55 |
60 |
70 |
Zinc (mg/d) |
8 |
11 |
12 |
References
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