Healthy Eating Foods During Pregnancy

Pregnancy can be a scary time when it comes to knowing exactly how you should be looking after yourself and your baby. There is also so much conflicting information out there, it can be a minefield trying to work out exactly which advice you should take and which advice you should ignore but there are some foods that are proven to give you and your pregnancy a nutritional boost.

Healthy Pregnancy Foods:

Whole Grains:
Although whole grains may sound a little boring, they are an excellent food to eat in pregnancy. They contain loads of fiber, nutrients and 3 specific plant compounds that are known to protect cells. Brown rice and wholemeal pasta are also excellent whole grains as they are filling and delicious.

Eggs:
Eggs contain lots and lots of protein, which is super useful for supporting your baby’s cells and their growth. All cells are made of protein, and as a pregnant mother, you have your own protein needs too. Eggs are also rich in choline, which will help to promote your baby’s overall health, brain health and growth.

Greek Yogurt:
Greek yogurt is the best type of yogurt to eat during pregnancy as it contains roughly twice the amount of protein as any other yogurt. As with any other yogurt, Greek yogurt is also packed with calcium which is a very important nutrient for pregnancy.

Walnuts:
Walnuts are yet another good source of healthy omega-3 fats, which are vitally important for your baby’s brain growth and health. They are also a handy foodstuff as you can eat them on the go without having to worry about cooking or preparing them – so keep a handful of walnuts in your bag to get a hit of omega-3s whilst you’re out and about.

Beans:
Beans are another brilliant source of protein and above all else, they are brilliantly filling and they contain tons of fibre. Taking in plenty of fibre during pregnancy will help to prevent uncomfortable problems such as haemorrhoids and constipation. Beans also contain iron, zinc, folate and calcium, which are all essential nutrients for pregnant mothers.