Oct 19, 2006 04:15 PM
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(Updated Oct 20, 2006 07:17 PM)
Food Facts
The leaves of fenugreek help in blood formation.
Lettuce contains a considerable amount of iron and the body easily absorbs the iron in it.
Spinach is a valuable source of high-grade iron.
Soyabean is rich in iron and also has a high protein value.
Beetroot has a high iron content
Almond is a good source of copper, which along with iron and vitamins, acts as a catalyst in the synthesis of aemoglobin.
Black sesame seeds are a rich source of iron.
Honey contains iron, copper, and manganese and therefore is good for building haemoglobin.
Refined foods like white bread, polished rice, sugar and desserts rob the body the body of its much-needed iron.
Sprouted seeds and beans are rich in minerals and vitamins.
Sunlight stimulates the production of red blood cells.
Green leafy vegetables, oranges, potatoes and lentils are rich in potassium.
Milk and milk products, green vegetables, sesame seeds, almonds, oats and walnuts are rich sources of calcium.
Foods to avoid
Canned food - can cause food poisoning
Fish in general, especially fresh water fis
Coffee and tea
Alcohol
Greasy or heavily spiced foods.
Junk food with lots of calories and too few nutrients.
Cut down on salt as this can cause water retention and high BP complications especially in the last trimester.
If you suffer from morning sickness: -
Eat small amounts more frequently.
Drink lots of fluids.
Try nibbling on dry biscuits or toast early in the morning or when you feel sick.
Find foods that suit you and a time for eating that suits you and slick to it.
Eat light foods that are digested fast.
Exercise regularly.
Happy reading.
