be on one's mind! diet during pregnancy
Survey results show that about 85% of women changed their attitudes toward eating habits after becoming pregnant !
Here, we will answer questions that many people are particularly concerned about during pregnancy.
*However, if you are currently pregnant, please follow the advice of an obstetrician, midwife, or registered dietitian.
Frequently asked questions by nutritionists Q&A
Q: Is there anything I should avoid?
A: Yes. Please refer to the table below.
As for caffeine, it is said that you should be fine as long as you do not exceed 300 mg per day . (About 1-2 cups of coffee)
However, black tea, green tea, and oolong tea also contain caffeine .
It's hard to drink while calculating the upper limit. Choose non-caffeinated beverages whenever possible.
Example) Decaf coffee, barley tea, non-caffeine herbal tea
Q: Is there anything I should take?
A: It is important to take various nutrients from various foods. Among them, active intake of "folic acid" is desired, especially in the early stages of pregnancy.
What foods contain a lot of folic acid?
→ Green and yellow vegetables, fruits, soybeans, etc.
Dietary supplements and supplements are also available if you cannot get the required amount from your diet. However, too much folic acid is not good . (Tolerable upper limit per day: 18-29 years old: 900μg, 30-49 years old: 1000μg)
If you want to use supplements, be sure to talk to your obstetrician .
Q: I am often told that I should eat vegetables especially during pregnancy, but how much should I eat?
A: The standard amount for one serving is enough to fit on both hands when raw or on one hand when boiled.
It's not just about clearing this amount, let's try to get vegetables of various colors . Vegetables are an important source of vitamins and minerals.
Q: I can't eat properly because of morning sickness... Should I take a multivitamin?
A: After consulting a doctor
Some vitamins should be taken, while others should be avoided.
Excessive intake of vitamin A, especially during the three months before and after pregnancy, is known to cause birth defects in babies .
* There is also a risk of insufficient
There is no problem with vitamin A (β-carotene) taken from vegetables,
・Intake from animal products (eel and liver)
・Synthetic products such as vitamins
These are said to cause excess vitamin A, so care must be taken when consuming them. If you really want to use a multivitamin, talk to your OB/ GYN .
Q: Why is it often said not to eat raw fish?
A: To avoid the risk of food poisoning and mercury to the baby .
Fish is an important source of protein, calcium and DHA. However, you need to be careful about "mercury" depending on the type of fish.
Mercury, which is fine for adults, is bad for babies .
Raw fish (sushi and sashimi) isn't a bad thing, just the right amount and you'll be fine.
However, it is difficult to eat while paying attention to the amount of mercury and being careful about food poisoning.
For this reason, raw fish should be avoided.