2024-08-17 09:06:38
The proper nutrition It is one of the most important elements to maintain a good health during pregnancy. Along with Banco Industrialwe share with you some of the foods that are recommended to strengthen the well-being of the mother and the baby. Learn more below!
What foods are recommended for pregnant women?
A healthy diet during pregnancy can help prevent problems associated with gestational diabetes, anemia, poor wound healing, as well as reduce the chances of cesarean section, premature birth, or low birth weight.
Each person is different, so it is essential that the mother can discuss with her doctor what the ideal diet that you should follow. Generally, it is recommended that you maintain a balanced diet that includes the following:
- A variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nonfat dairy products (skimmed) or low-fat (semi-skimmed).
- Food and drinks with less added sugars, saturated fats and sodium (sal).
- Limited refined grains and starches (reduce consumption of cookies, white bread, among others).
- Healthy snacks and appetizers such as low-fat yogurt with fruit (no added sugar), whole-grain crackers with fat-free cheese, or carrots with hummus.
Supplements during pregnancy
Visit your trusted doctor for professional recommendations on the correct combination of essential nutrients and supplements that help you maintain good health during your pregnancy. Some of the commonly prescribed nutrients include:
- Folic acid: essential in the first weeks of pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects. Found in green leafy vegetables, legumes, nuts and fortified cereals.
- Soccer: important for the formation of bones and teeth in babies. It is usually found in dairy products, green leafy vegetables and small fish with edible bones.
- Hierro: essential for preventing anemia in mother and baby. It is present in lean red meats, legumes, spinach and fortified cereals.
- Proteins: essential for the growth and development of the baby. You will also find them in lean meats, poultry, fish, eggs, legumes and dairy products.
- Omega-3 fatty acids: contribute to the development of the baby’s brain and eyes. Present in fatty fish such as salmon, nuts and seeds such as chia and flax.
What to avoid?
- Alcohol.
- It is recommended reduce caffeine consumption less than 200 mg per day.
- Avoid eating fish with high mercury content. Swordfish, shark, tilefish and large tuna are usually advised to be avoided.
- Do not eat raw or undercooked foods to prevent dangerous diseases or poisoning.
- Unpasteurized dairy products, including soft cheeses such as briefeta, and blue cheese, unless the label specifies that they have been pasteurized.
Salud Siempre, a health insurance in Guatemala with coverage for pregnant women
If you are looking for a quality health insurance and with patient service based on empathy and excellence, Health Always is an appropriate choice. The Family Plan with Full Coverage This medical insurance covers the treatment of future mothers from the moment of planning, conception and during pregnancy until delivery.
This service is supported by the medical care of the exclusive network of La Paz Hospitals In the country, a renowned health institution thanks to its more than 40 years of experience and person-centered care.
With this plan, you will be able to enjoy 35 consultations per year with specialist doctors and medications with 8 events per year, consultation with a gynecologist, prenatal check-up and delivery or cesarean care, newborn care up to Q5,000 and newborn complications up to Q50,000 starting from the thirteenth month of uninterrupted coverage.
You will also have access to an annual medical check-up, evaluation by a specialist and diagnostic studies (electrocardiogram and laboratory tests) starting at age 35 and starting from the seventh month of uninterrupted coverage.
Get more information by visiting www.saludsiempre.com.gt/ or calling 1747. Take care of your health and that of your loved ones!