WHAT’S IMPORTANT FOR YOU?
Omega 3 is one of the essential fatty acids that is crucial for brain and eye development. Studies have shown that supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy may be beneficial for cognitive development in children.
A good supply of protein helps to ensure optimal growth of your baby from the start. You require extra 9g protein during pregnancy to support your baby’s growing tissues and your breast and uterine tissues growth during pregnancy. Consuming adequate amount of protein while pregnant also provides you with optimal nutrition to maintain lean tissue.
Studies have associated plant-based diets with healthy weight maintenance, lower risk of developing chronic diseases including diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol as well as cancer prevention. An evidence-based review showed that vegetarian diets can be nutritionally adequate in pregnancy and result in positive maternal and infant health outcomes. The positive health benefits of plant foods are linked to dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals content.
Iron aids in the formation of red blood cells and prevention of anemia in pregnant woman. Red meat, chicken, egg, fortified cereals, green vegetables, legumes and nuts are rich sources of iron.
Fibre prevents constipation which is very common during pregnancy. It also fills you up by increasing your satiation level without the unwanted calories, preventing excessive weight gain during pregnancy.
HOW DOES THE PREGGY SERIES BENEFIT YOU?
- High in energy (195 kcal) and protein (7.2g) per serving (30g- 2 tablespoon).
- Zero trans-fat and cholesterol.
- No sugar and salt added.
- Fibre-rich (3g per serving).
- High in energy (196 kcal) and protein (6.2g) per serving (30g).
- Zero trans-fat and cholesterol.
- High in omega-3 fatty acids (1.3g per serving) coming from walnuts and flax seeds.
- No sugar and salt added.
- Fibre-rich (2.5g per serving).
- High in energy (282kcal) and protein (10.5g) per serving (150ml).
- No sugar added.
- Fibre-rich (3g per serving).
- High in energy (190.5kcal) and protein (4.8g) per serving (30g).
- High in omega-3 fatty acids coming from walnuts (2.4g per serving).
- Zero trans-fat and cholesterol.
- Fibre-rich (1.5g per serving).
Recommended Serving Per Day:
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Written by Wong Hui Xin who is an accredited dietitian of Singapore. Hui Xin has more than 10 years of clinical experience working in various hospitals. She has outstanding dietetic knowledge in specific clinical areas including weight management, diabetes, rehabilitation, cancer, kidney disease, and digestive issues in adults.
