Nutritional Considerations For Specific Client Groups Flashcards
Why is it important to eat healthy during pregnancy
It will help the baby to develop and grow
It will ensure specific calorie intake to support breastfeeding
What committee can provide info on the latest guidelines for nutrition and issues related to pregnancy
The royal college of obstetricians and gynaecologists scientific advisory committee
How can pregnant women get their vitamins and minerals
From foods but they made need to take supplements to ensure they are getting everything they need
Is the saying ‘ eat for two ‘ true
No. They may feel hungrier but it is not nessecary
What happens to calorie intake when breastfeeding
Needs to increase by up to 500 cals per day
What are some tips for eating well in pregnancy
Eat at least 5 portions of fruit and veg to provide minerals and vitamins and constipation
Starchy foods should make up just over a third of food eaten
Protein foods should be eaten every day
Dairy food is important for calcium and other nutrients
Eat food that contains folate
Food rich in vitamin c and calcium should be eaten to support the babies growth
What should be taken if anemia is a problem
Iron - there are ones suited to pregnancy and the levels will be monitored
What does taking folic acid in pregnancy do
400 micro grams every day.
Help prevent birth defects known as neural tube defects
Why should vitamin d be taken in pregnancy
10 micro grams every day
Provide baby with enough vitimin D for the first few months of life
What soft cheese with white rinds should be avoided in pregnancy and blue cheese and why
Brie, Camembert
Danish blue, Gorgonzola and Roquefort
Can be an ideal environment for harmful bacteria (listeria)
Why should eggs be avoided in pregnancy
Raw and partially cooked ones should be avoided to prevent risk of salmonella food poisoning
What pate should be avoided during pregnancy
Meat and veg
Can contain listeria
Too much vit A can harm the baby
What raw cows milk should be avoided during pregnancy
Unpasteurised milk or any foods made from them.
Can carry disease causing microbes
What goats or sheep’s milk should be avoided in pregnancy
Unpasteurised milk or any foods made from them
Can carry disease causing microbes
Why do pregnant women have to be careful eating veg, fruit and salad
Increased risk of E. coli and toxoplasmosis
Why should raw or uncooked meat be avoided in pregnancy
Risk of toxoplasmosis
Why should cures cold meats like salami Parma ham chorizo and pepperoni be avoided in pregnancy
Risk of toxoplasmosis
Why should liver or liver products such as pâté sausage and haggis be avoided in pregnancy
Contain a lot of vitamin a
Why should pheasant duck rabbit and hare be avoided in pregnancy
High levels of lead
What should shark sword fish and marlin be avoided in pregnancy
More Mercury wishing can affect the baby’s nervous system
Why should a pregnant woman only have no more than two portions of oily fish a week
Contains pollutants and high levels of Mercury
Why should pregnant women avoid caffeine
No more than 200mg a day.
Why is hydration important for a healthy pregnancy and recovery
Flushes waste products from the cells and aids liver and kidney function for mother and baby
If not, can lead to constipation and fatigue
Important for bread milk production and flow
How much water should a pregnancy lady drink
8-12 glasses per day
