How To Eat A Healthy Diet Whilst Pregnant

Firstly, you need to remember that once you hit the second trimester, you should be eating about 300 more calories per day. Calories provide you with that extra energy that your body needs to grow your baby. Now these extra calories are not something that you should try to find in every type of food. After all, it is only that 300 calories extra that you need. A glass of milk or a banana equals 100 calories and a slice of whole wheat bread, and ounce of cheese and a half of cup of grapes equal 200 calories.

Much better and healthier that eating into that donut. Always remember that you need at least three servings of protein each day. Protein contains amino acid and this is one of the most important building blocks for your baby's tissue. Protein is very easy to come by and you will always have loads of options. You can drink for example, 3 glasses of milk, and you can also have 2 cups of yogurt along with 3 ounces of cheese.

The next vital thing to remember here is that you need at least four servings of calcium every day. Calcium is what is going to help grow your baby's bones and help protect yours. Milk is the best way to get your fill of calcium, but you can also get your fill of calcium from cheeses, yogurt and even ice cream. Try to aim for at least three servings of vitamin C. Your body does not hold on to vitamin C so you need a fresh supply of it every day.

You can eat most fruits or almost any vegetable to get your vitamin C intake. You also want to make sure you get three to four servings of green leafy and yellow vegetables and fruits. Most of these vegetables and fruits will also count toward your vitamin C intake, so that is where the double the benefit kicks in.

You should try to eat at least one to two servings of all other fruit and vegetables that are not known for their vitamin A and C value, but are still very good for you at the same time. Apples, bananas, and onions are just a few that are in this respective category.

Also try to eat six or more servings of whole grains and legumes. These are filled with vitamins E and B and they help you keep away constipation. Try also eating brown rice, whole wheat breads and even popcorn to get your servings of whole grains and legumes in.