Nutrition Education for Expectant Mothers

During pregnancy, the demand for iron increases due to physiological changes. Insufficient intake of iron increases the risk of premature birth, low birth weight baby, and postpartum depression. The recommended intake of iron helps in the prevention of iron deficiency anemia. Excessive intake of iron can cause gestational diabetes, miscarriage, preeclampsia, oxidative stress, and body imbalance. Pregnant women should include ferrous salts, dark leafy greens, beans, peas, lentils, meat, and dried/non-dried fruits in their diet.