Are herbal supplements really safe during pregnancy?

It is common belief that medical pills may be harmful during pregnancy.On the other side most pregnants believe that herbal supplements are safe to use , ase they are made from natural plants.The bad news are that herbal supplements are not highly controlled b FDA , reliable information about the product may be hard to find,Adittionaly many herbal supplements are proved to be unsafe.

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Do I need a micronutrient supplement during pregnancy?

       If you are a well-nourished woman, micronutrients do not have a significant effect on birthweight or gestational duration .On the other side in developing countries the consumption of multivitamins may be beneficial.It is of great importance for a pregnant to take iron in case of anaemia , follic acid one month before and for the first two to three months after conception, calcium intake for preeclampsia prevention in high-risk populations.Prefer choosing a balanced micronutrition supplement containing of iron 30mg, calcium 250mcg , folate at least o,6 mg and iodine 150 mg
    

          Tip:Avoid supplements with high concentration in vitamins.If you are living at certain regions at Africa or Asia an extra supplement of vitamin A may be subsribed from your doctor ,as well for zinc if you suffer from a disease related with zinc deficiency

Should I consume every kind of food during pregnancy for being healthy?

      Generally women who typically eat three meals daily consisting of several servings of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat dairy products, and a few sources of protein during pregnancy should be healthy. But there is some kind of food that a pregnant should avoid..

                                                                  The Pyramid of DONT 



Tip:Be cautious with good personal hygiene. Wash your hands frequently ,food preparation surfaces, cutting boards and dishes.

How do I know how much more food should eat during my pregnancy?

Perhaps the thought of carrying someone inside you , gives you the opportunity eating double, So an extra pizza , a big burger or a big chocolate daily is a logic tactic for some pregnants..Bad for you, a pregnant just need a little more extra food and only during second and third semester. 

Tip : You do not need so much  extra food as many pregnants believe. An extra salad or a toast or a small portion of meat is adequate at second or third semester.