Escort women's health
Introduction. For pregnant and lactating women, a reasonable diet and nutritional intake is not only related to their own health, but also directly affects the development of the fetus and the growth of the newborn. Therefore, it is the responsibility of every family and even the whole society to pay attention to the nutritional needs of pregnant and lactating women and provide them with scientific dietary guidance. This article will provide an in-depth look at the nutritional needs of pregnant and lactating women** and provide recommendations for dietary guidance.
1. Nutritional needs and dietary guidance during pregnancy.
1.Energy requirements.
A woman's energy needs during pregnancy gradually increase with increasing gestational age. In early pregnancy, energy requirements are generally the same as in non-pregnancy; In the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, energy requirements should be increased appropriately. It is recommended that pregnant women adjust their diet according to their physical condition and gestational age to ensure adequate energy intake.
2.Protein requirements.
Pregnant women need to consume a lot of protein during pregnancy to meet the needs of fetal growth and development. It is recommended that pregnant women consume 70-100 grams of protein per day,**including high-quality protein such as fish, poultry, eggs, and soy products.
3.Fat requirements.
Pregnant women should maintain an appropriate fat intake during pregnancy to ensure the development of the fetal brain and nervous system. It is recommended that pregnant women consume foods rich in -3 fatty acids in moderation, such as deep-sea fish, nuts, etc., in their diets.
4.Mineral & Vitamin Requirements.
Pregnant women should pay attention to supplementing minerals such as calcium, iron, and zinc, as well as nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin D during pregnancy. It is recommended that pregnant women eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, dairy products, lean meat and other foods, and appropriately supplement calcium and iron.
2. Nutritional needs and dietary guidance during lactation.
1.Energy requirements.
Breastfeeding women have higher energy requirements than during pregnancy to ensure milk production and quality. It is recommended that lactating women consume 2400-2800 kcal of energy per day, and the diet should be balanced and avoid excessive dieting.
2.Protein requirements.
Breastfeeding women should consume 90-110 grams of protein per day to ensure the protein content of their milk. It is recommended that lactating women consume more high-quality protein foods, such as fish, poultry, eggs, soy products, etc.
3.Fat requirements.
Breastfeeding women need to consume fat in moderation to ensure the fat content of their milk. Breastfeeding women are advised to increase foods rich in -3 fatty acids in their diets and pay attention to controlling the intake of saturated fatty acids.
4.Mineral & Vitamin Requirements.
Lactating women should fully consume minerals such as calcium, iron, and zinc, as well as nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin D. It is recommended that lactating women eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy products, lean meat and other foods, and appropriately supplement calcium and iron supplements.
Summary. The nutritional needs and dietary guidance of pregnant and lactating women are important topics related to maternal and infant health. Families and society should pay attention to women's health during this special period and provide them with scientific dietary guidance and nutritional support. Pregnant and lactating women should also strengthen their awareness of self-care and arrange their diet reasonably to ensure the health of themselves and their fetuses.