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Vegetarian
Diet During Pregnancy
-By Dr. Mansukhani
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As your obstetrician is most familiar
with your medical record, consult him/her about the ideal diet.
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It is very important that you get plenty
of exercise.
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A vegetarian diet is preferable comprising
plenty of fruits and salads.
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Vitamin E and fish oil capsules (the
latter can be optional for vegetarians if they have a problem) are also
important for the fetus growing inside.
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Have protein in the form of lentils
that (you should soak overnight) and have at least 2 cups of milk and yogurt.
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Minimum oil in your diet is advisable.
Avoid excessive butter and cheese as it builds on the total calories, which
have to be kept in check.
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It is very important that your blood
sugar level should be under control and that you should be watching your
blood glucose level with a gluconometer, which you should be having at
home. Do this 2-3 times daily and if it is in control then you should have
a good normal baby and also the baby should not be overweight.
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It is advisable to have an ultrasound
done in the 28th and 34th week to make sure that the baby is not overgrowing,
which happens in diabetes.
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As your pregnancy progresses, your blood
sugar may get out of control and you may require admission in a hospital.
So it's really up to you to take a good and correct diet that keeps your
sugar count in control.
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Vegetarian intake should consist of
chappatis and plenty of vegetables. Avoid bread, have salads twice a day
and 4-5 fruits a day.
Hope this helps you have a normal
and a healthy baby.
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