W10-L3: Nutrient Needs During Pregnancy Flashcards

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Q

What should your Carb Intake be
During Pregnancy?

A

50 – 65% of total energy
consumed throughout pregnancy

Further increases may be necessary for active females

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How should your Protein Intake
change During Pregnancy?

A

+25g/day in second half of pregnancy

Further increases may be necessary for active females

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What should your Fat Intake be
During Pregnancy?

A

20 – 35% throughout pregnancy

Further increases may be necessary for active
females

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4
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What is the Function of Folate?

A

important in red blood cell formation and
for healthy cell growth and function

1998: Health Canada mandated the fortification of white flour and enriched
grain products with folic acid to reduce the prevalence of neural tube defects
including spina bifida and anencephaly

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What is the RDA for Folate?
How does it change during Pregnancy?

A

RDA: **400mcg **
Increases to 600mcg during
pregnancy and breastfeeding

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Q

What is the UL for Folate Intake?
What is the Supplement Recommendation?

A

UL: 1,000mcg/d
Recommended 400 mcg-1mg/d
(supplemental form = folic acid)

water soluble

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7
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What is the Vitamin D RDA?

A

600IU/d

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8
Q

How can vitamin D deficiency affect Pregnancy?

A
  • Deficiency associated with low infant birth weight, rickets, asthma, higher risk of type 1 diabetes
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What is the Vitamin D Recommendation
during Pregnancy?

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Canadian Pediatric Society recommendation up to 2,000IU / d in consultation with a physician

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What is the RDA for Calcium during pregnancy?

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Pregnancy - **1,000mgs/ day **

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Why is Calcium Important during pregnancy?

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  • Significant demands are placed on maternal calcium stores, especially during the third trimester
  • Intestinal absorption of calcium increases in pregnancy
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12
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What is Oestrogen?

A

Oestrogen production increases,
protecting bone

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What can happen if Calcium Intake is insufficient?

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If dietary intake is insufficient, calcium will be drawn from bones to support fetal development

*Breast milk also contains high levels of calcium

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14
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What happens to Iron Needs during Preg.?

A
  • Increased requirements due to expansion of blood volume and demand
  • RDA increases to 27mg
  • Many women are recommended to supplemen through pregnancy supported by regular bloodwork
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15
Q

What is the importance of Omega 3?

during pregnancy

A

Maternal O3 intake is positively associated w/
- lower risk of preterm birth

1 Term = 37 Weeks

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16
Q

What is the importance of Omega 3?

during pregnancy

A
  • DHA essential for optimal visual & neurologic development
  • Pregnancy: 200–300 mg of DHA /d day through food
17
Q

What Food should be avoided?

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A
  • Undercooked eggs
  • Rare or undercooked meat
  • Cured meats* Raw fish e.g. sushi
  • Soft cheese e.g. camembert, blue cheese
  • Pate
  • Mercury rich fish e.g. shark, swordfish or marlin,
    limit tuna to 4 cans / week
18
Q

What is Pica?

A

Pica is a nutritional disorder characterized by the persistent craving and consumption of non-food substances such as dirt, clay, or ice, often linked to mineral deficiencies like iron or zinc.

AVOID IT

19
Q

How should Caffeine Intake be adjusted?

A

Limit caffeine (200 – 300mgs per day)
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