Make a move towards Staying Fit While Pregnant

A woman has so many changes in her body during her pregnancy. Not all the changes are good, there are some changes which are not-so-good and might stimulate you. The secretion of hormones in your body changes as per the time to prepare for breastfeeding. These changes not only alter you physically but also affects your feeling and emotions. As these changes occur, your breasts may feel tender and swollen.

Most importantly, a pregnant woman should have a thorough medical checkup before picking any diet or anything. A weight loss diet during pregnancy can be dangerous to you and to your baby as it may restrain necessary nutrients that your body requires. At the time of pregnancy, a woman will typically need to consume an extra 300 calories a day.

Things you should do during pregnancy

Increase Your Potassium Intake: It keeps the fluid and electrolyte balanced while you are pregnant. It also helps in the frequency of nerve impulses, lesser the muscle contraction and release of energy from carbohydrates, fat and protein.

Include Magnesium Rich Foods to your diet: It helps to counter the uterus from contracting prematurely and builds strong teeth and bones in your baby.

Sources of magnesium: Almonds, bananas, beans, cashews, pumpkin seeds, tofu, soy milk, potatoes with its peel, yoghurt, blackstrap molasses, whole grains and green leafy vegetables.

Dairy Products: Calcium is vital in building strong teeth and bones, normal blood clotting, and muscle and nerve function. Since your developing baby consumes nutrition via your body,

you need a substantial amount of Calcium and if you lack, it can lead to future problems, such as osteoporosis.

Add 'Walking' in your daily regime: Walking is one of the best cardiovascular exercises for pregnant ladies and it reduces the risk of hypertension.

Things you should avoid during pregnancy

Avoid Stress: If you're extremely concerned or unnecessarily afraid about your baby's health, share your concerns with your family or doctor as the stress level troubles baby's health and growth.

Losing Weight: Weight gain is normal during pregnancy and it is healthy too as you carry a baby inside you. But if you are concerned about weight then do exercises for a balance but don't restrict nutrition and required calories.

Too much consumption of Salt: Sodium is undoubtedly necessary for a body but an increased amount of sodium can cause swelling of the face, hands, legs, ankles and feet — called oedema which is a very common pregnancy symptom.