Energy
Sometimes expectant mom's thinking is she needs to eat for two people. One for herself and another for her baby. This is misleading because your energy requirement does not double when you are pregnant. Instead, the amount of food you eat is dictated by your appetite with careful attention to eating the right kind of foods which are rich in the following nutrients.
Vitamins and Minerals
You need more of most vitamins and minerals during pregnancy, apart from vitamin A. Eating a well-balanced diet will ideally supply all the vitamins and minerals that you need but there are some key nutrients that needs careful attention such as calcium, folate and iron. Your doctor will prescribe supplements if your dietary intake of these nutrients does not meet your requirements.
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