Ch. 5: Nutrition During Pregnancy Flashcards
Recommended weight gain in preg?
25-35 lbs
General rule of weight gain for 1st tri? What about after first tri?
1st trimester: 2.2-4.4 lb during first tri
After first tri: 1 lb/week
How much weight should underweight women be advised to gain?
28-40 lbs
How much weight should overweight women be advised to gain?
15-25 lbs
An increase of ____ is recommended during 2nd trimester
340cal/day
An increase of _____ is recommended during 3rd trimester
452cal/day
If the client is breastfeeding during postpartum period, an additional intake of ____ is recommended during first 6 months and an additional intake of ____ is recommended during 2nd 6 months.
1st 6 months: 330cal/day
2nd 6 months: 400cal/day
What are foods high in folic acid?
Leafy vegetables Dried peas and beans Seeds OJ Breads, cereals, grains
How much folic acid should be taken during preg?
600 mcg
When is iron best absorbed?
Between meals and when given with Vit C
What interferes with absorption of iron?
Milk and caffeine
What are food sources of iron?
Beef liver Red meats Fish Poultry Dried peas and beans Fortified cereals and bread
Sources of calcium?
Milk Calcium fortified soy milk Fortified OJ Nuts and legumes Dark green leafy vegetables
What is daily recommendation of calcium for pregnant and non pregnant women over age of 19?
1000 mg/d
What is daily recommendation of calcium for those under 19?
1300 mg/d