Weight gain is a phenomenon which
a lot of women would wish is never associated with pregnancy; but as much as
they would love to do away with it, it is bound to ensue.
Since weight gain is inevitable,
the important question is thus, how much weight should you gain during your
pregnancy? It is normal for you to gain
about 26 pounds during pregnancy which could rise to about 38 pounds if you are
expecting twins. It all depends on your diet plan and content.
The first thing you should note
is that food is not the cause of you weight gain during pregnancy, so you
should not avoid it. Instead, eat a lot of food and eat them throughout the
day. It is bad advice to leave your stomach empty; at least, you should have
healthy snacks every 2-3 hours to avoid food cravings. These snacks should
provide you with all the nutrients that are required. Avoid unhealthy food as
your snacks; otherwise, you will gain extra weight from such.
The next thing is for you to plan
your menu such that it would accommodate all the available food class. You can
control your weight by planning your lunch and dinner plate to cover for all
food classes. Your plate should equally contain proteins, carbohydrates,
vitamins and all nutrients that are necessary for your baby to develop. Each
day you should eat three servings of dairy products, three to four servings of
poultry dishes, six to seven dishes of whole grains, and about three to four
servings of fruits and vegetables. Intake of fruits and vegetables must be
taken daily as consulted by your doctor. You should know how many calories your
food contains; this way you will be able to watch your weight. Ensure that you
eat only when you are hungry and in the right proportion. Overeating could
instigate some signs of nausea and may increase unnecessary body weight. Also
you should stay active during your pregnancy.
Ensure that healthy minerals and
nutrients are never missed from your diet. They will keep you fresh and healthy
without gaining much weight. Fresh and natural foods are necessary if you are expecting
because they help flush out body waste which could accumulate as fat in the
body. Avoid eating packaged and fast foods. They only add to your weight which
is harmful for you as well as your baby.
Being inactive can also increase
your weight. Make sure that you eat appropriately and correctly. Eat all kinds
of healthy foods and you should also exercise to stay healthy and to burn out
excess fats if any. Focus on eating healthy and keeping your weight under
control so that you do not face any complications in delivering your baby.
To know more about health,
exercise and other pregnancy tips, you can order your own copy of TrimPregnancy e Book online, and take advantage of the great benefits you can get
from the information provided by this eBook.
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