Pregnancy and Nutrition Flashcards
Average Weight gain body fat % and LBS
4-5% body fat
25-35 lbs
Weight gain varies depending on (3)
existing BW
age
# pregnancy
How much weight gain in the first trimester and each week after
2 - 4 lbs in the first trimester and 1lb per week thereafter
National Standards recommend an increase of how many calories per day and the %
300 Kcal/day
15-20%
Active and undernourished females may require how many calories per day
500
Why increase the calories while pregnant
to supply increased fuel for larger metabolism
Preferred source of increased energy demands is from
Carbohydrates
carrying the weight of the baby makes walking
high intensity
How much extra protein is needed? % and g
+50% or +25g/day
The extra protein is needed for (5)
fetal tissue growth placental development amniotic fluid production maternal tissue growth increase in maternal blood volume
Increases in vitamins and minerals include (4)
Vitamin D
Calcium
Iron
Folate
Vitamin D
+10 micro grams per day
Aid in calcium absorption
Calcium
(RDI)
Fetal development of bones and teeth
Iron
27 mg/day
to support increased blood volume
Folate
400-600 micro grams per day
prevent malformation of fetal spinal cord
aid in embryonic tissue development
usually added to foods like enriched bread/cereal and prenatal supplements
Reasons to exercise while pregnant (5)
self conscious healthy baby stay in shape be able to handle labor social interaction and support
Who can participate while pregnant (3)
all pregnant women
currently active women
sedentary women
All pregnant women
with medical clearance
Major concerns of exercise while pregnant (3)
Lack of O2
fetal distress
pre labor contractions
Currently active women
continue current training with appropriate modifications
Sedentary Women
low intensity program
Cardiorespiratory system:
Gradual climb in _ from 1st to 3rd trimester
RHR
RHR peaks at
+15bpm over the pre-partum HR
Better to use _ than THR
RPE
Rated perceived exertion
Cardiac output increases by
40%
Blood Volume increases by
20-50%
Resting VO2 increases by
10-20%
Exercise VO2 is
reduced
Musculoskeletal System increases in (2)
relaxin and progestrone
softens the ligaments to allow more room for baby