Well, about the food fed pregnant women, there are some important things to note, as expressed Dr. Aditya Kusuma SpOG in 'Lactamil Mama Class' at RSIA Bunda, Menteng, Jakarta.
1. Important consumption of animal protein
It is said Dr. Adit, it is important for pregnant women (pregnant women) to consume animal protein, especially fish. Chicken and meat are okay, as well as shrimp or seafood rich in protein can be consumed by the mother."Origin is not an allergy is not consumed by pregnant women," said Dr. Adit.
Especially fish said Dr. Adit has a protein content, fat, vitamin A, D, B, folic acid, iron, iodine, calcium (from soft-cookable fish bones), magnesium, and zinc.
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| Animal Protein has to consume |
2. The Needs of Micronutrients
Dr. Adit stressed the importance of meeting the needs micronutrients. Well, these micronutrients can be obtained from vegetables. Then, beans, broccoli, and spinach are rich in folic acid."Folic acid until 12 years old is generally needed 400 micrograms. In the second trimester there is a competition for mothers and babies for iron, so in 2nd-trimester iron intake is important," said Dr. Adit.
To ensure the adequacy of micronutrients such as vitamin D and iron, which can be done with a blood test. But indeed, for this examination, the cost is quite expensive.
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| Micronutrition very good for your Baby |
3. Can not eat instant noodles?
"Basically there is no banned to eat instant noodles during pregnancy, you should eat rarely," said Dr. Adit.In principle, anything excessive is not recommended. Especially for foods with preservative content. It should not be consumed in excess and it also applies to others who are not pregnant.
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| Instant Noodles is not good for your body |
4. Always wash your hands before eating
Dr. Adit stressed not to forget to wash hands before eating. Then, pay attention to the groceries used. For example, when pregnant women snack outside, Dr. Adit reminded to pay attention to what goes into the body."Remember the potential for infection to occur, such as toxoplasmosis not necessarily because there are cats around us. If the food is not clean washing, it can be infected," said Dr. Adit.
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| Washing Hands are important! |