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March 19th, 2010 | 
Author: As a pregnant mum to be we all know how important it is to eat a nutritionally supportive diet. We all know that we should be eating lots of wholesome clean foods and eating at regular intervals for the health and development of our little ones, but sometimes this is easier said than done.
Morning sickness, fatigue and that horrible metallic taste that comes with pregnancy can make even the simplest of meals feel like a chore and skipping meals can become a much more appealing option!
So if you do find yourself less than enthusiastic in the kitchen department, it pays to stock up on Pregnancy Superfoods which are jam-packed with nutrients for both yours and baby’s health and happiness!
1. Leafy Greens – High in Folic Acid, these alternatives to the limp old lettuce leaf will give both you and your baby a spring in your step! Folic acid is essential for the prevention of neural tube defects and spina bifida.
Leafy Greens are also great sources of calcium, magnesium and iron – all essential for baby’s healthy development!
Dress them with ginger, coriander, lime juice, garlic and chilli to add a fresh and fragrant taste that will also work wonders for morning sickness!
2. Berries – Bursting with nutrients for you and your little one, berries are bountiful of antioxidants, fibre, vitamin C and folates. Have them with natural live yoghurt and organic wheat free muesli for a Pregnancy brekkie that packs a punch!
3. Oily Fish – Omega 3 is essential for your baby’s neurological development and the only way your baby can access this fatty acid is through your diet. Omega 3 is rich in DHA which your baby needs to form his brain and eye tissue. However, mercury can also be present in some oily fish so avoid tuna, shark, swordfish, tilefish and shellfish.
Try and go for 2-3 portions of salmon, herring, sardines or mackerel every week.
4. Natural Live Yoghurt – Rich in calcium and good bacteria which help aid digestion. The friendly bacteria in live yoghurt restore the healthy balance in your bowel and intestine and also prevent outbreaks of thrush or candida.
Try using it as a basis for a breakfast smoothie, or layered with strawberries, mint and agave syrup for a decadent dessert!
5. Eggs – A favourite pregnancy superfood! (and they are great for new mums who have zero time to prepare nutritious lunchtime meals!:0) )
Protein is the building blocks of life and eggs are one of the best sources of a complete protein. They are also packed with vitamin D and B12 (folic acid).
Scrambled eggs with salmon and chives on wheat free toast makes a great Sunday brunch!
(Eggs in pregnancy should be cooked through properly to avoid any risk of food poisoning)
The best thing about all these foods is that they take literally no time to prepare so you have more time to put your feet up and relax! Bon appetit!
Morning sickness, fatigue and that horrible metallic taste that comes with pregnancy can make even the simplest of meals feel like a chore and skipping meals can become a much more appealing option!
So if you do find yourself less than enthusiastic in the kitchen department, it pays to stock up on Pregnancy Superfoods which are jam-packed with nutrients for both yours and baby’s health and happiness!
1. Leafy Greens – High in Folic Acid, these alternatives to the limp old lettuce leaf will give both you and your baby a spring in your step! Folic acid is essential for the prevention of neural tube defects and spina bifida.
Leafy Greens are also great sources of calcium, magnesium and iron – all essential for baby’s healthy development!
Dress them with ginger, coriander, lime juice, garlic and chilli to add a fresh and fragrant taste that will also work wonders for morning sickness!
2. Berries – Bursting with nutrients for you and your little one, berries are bountiful of antioxidants, fibre, vitamin C and folates. Have them with natural live yoghurt and organic wheat free muesli for a Pregnancy brekkie that packs a punch!
3. Oily Fish – Omega 3 is essential for your baby’s neurological development and the only way your baby can access this fatty acid is through your diet. Omega 3 is rich in DHA which your baby needs to form his brain and eye tissue. However, mercury can also be present in some oily fish so avoid tuna, shark, swordfish, tilefish and shellfish.
Try and go for 2-3 portions of salmon, herring, sardines or mackerel every week.
4. Natural Live Yoghurt – Rich in calcium and good bacteria which help aid digestion. The friendly bacteria in live yoghurt restore the healthy balance in your bowel and intestine and also prevent outbreaks of thrush or candida.
Try using it as a basis for a breakfast smoothie, or layered with strawberries, mint and agave syrup for a decadent dessert!
5. Eggs – A favourite pregnancy superfood! (and they are great for new mums who have zero time to prepare nutritious lunchtime meals!:0) )
Protein is the building blocks of life and eggs are one of the best sources of a complete protein. They are also packed with vitamin D and B12 (folic acid).
Scrambled eggs with salmon and chives on wheat free toast makes a great Sunday brunch!
(Eggs in pregnancy should be cooked through properly to avoid any risk of food poisoning)
The best thing about all these foods is that they take literally no time to prepare so you have more time to put your feet up and relax! Bon appetit!
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