niacin, potassium, phosphorus, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for healthy brain and eye development. • Lean Meats: Source of protein, iron, and B vitamins. Vitamin B6 helps with baby’s tissue and brain growth. Vitamin B-12 health maintains healthy nerves and red blood cells. • Orange Juice: Source of potassium, which helps keeps muscle function, metabolism, and overall health in check. Vitamin C aids in the absorption of iron. Vitamin D increases blood circulation in the placenta, helps with calcium absorption. • Eggs: Source of protein, folate, iron, and choline, which is critical to fetal brain development and reduces the risk of neural tube defects. • Yogurt: Source of calcium and other 10 FOODS TO EAT DURING PREGNANCY (FROM HAWAII PACIFIC HEALTH) • Sweet Potatoes: Source of nutritious fiber, potassium, vitamin C, iron, copper, and beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A. Also rich in carbohydrates and Vitamin B6. • Dark Leafy Greens: Source of calcium, potassium, fiber, and folate and vitamin A, which plays a role in eyesight development, bone and skin growth. • Nuts: Source of healthy fats, brain boosting omega-3s, fiber, and magnesium which aids in the development of baby’s nervous system. • Raspberries: High in fiber, vitamin C, and K and manganese. • Salmon: Rich in healthy mono and polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamin B-12, “By going organic, you will avoid exposing yourself as well as your unborn baby to antibiotics, artificial hormones, and pesticides.” 68 HAWAII PARENT November/December 2024 Talk to your health care provider to see how many extra calories you should be consuming while pregnant.
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