Dietary taboos
The first three months of pregnancy are a critical period for the formation of the fetal organs and nervous system, so special attention needs to be paid to diet. The following are dietary issues you need to pay attention to during early pregnancy.
Foods that should not be eaten
You should stay away from raw food, raw fish, raw meat and raw eggs during early pregnancy as these foods may be contaminated or contain parasite eggs. In addition, you should avoid eating seafood containing too much selenium, such as herring, crucian carp, etc., because excessive selenium intake may have adverse effects on the fetus. Also unfavorable are seafood such as crabs, shrimps, and lobsters, as these foods contain large amounts of cholesterol and purine, which can increase the gastrointestinal burden of pregnant women.
Eat more sweets
Pregnant women should eat as many sweets as possible in their early pregnancy diet, such as candies, biscuits, etc., because these foods can increase the glucose concentration in the body of pregnant women, and can also help pregnant women eliminate nausea and increase their appetite. Special attention should be paid to avoid eating foods with high sugar content, as this will increase the weight of pregnant women and lead to high blood pressure during pregnancy.
No alcohol consumption
An important point to note during the first trimester of pregnancy is that alcohol consumption should be avoided entirely as it increases the risk of miscarriage and fetal malformations. Drinking by pregnant women will enter the fetus and have a great impact on it. It may lead to adverse effects such as underweight and mental retardation in the baby.
Eat more fruits and vegetables
In the early stages of pregnancy, pregnant women should eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, such as green peppers, tomatoes, carrots, celery, apples, pears, etc. These foods can help pregnant women and fetuses supplement enough vitamins and minerals, improve immunity, and prevent common diseases during pregnancy such as anemia and oral ulcers.
Summary
The first three months of pregnancy are the most vulnerable stage for pregnant women and fetuses, so pregnant women should stay away from raw and cold foods, raw fish, raw meat, and raw eggs, and eat as much sweets, vegetables, and fruits as possible. At the same time, alcohol consumption should be completely avoided during pregnancy, as it increases the risk of miscarriage and fetal malformations. In short, a healthy diet is crucial for the healthy growth of pregnant women and fetuses. I hope every pregnant mother can pay attention to her own dietary health.
