week 3 Preconception and pregnancy

Question 1

infertility is linked to lifestyle factors such as…

Answer 1

sedentary behaviour, obesity, foods and nutrients, exposure to chemicals and toxins, Carbohydrate quantity and quality

Question 2

how does dietary intake differ for both men and women during preconception?

Answer 2

men: Diet high in carbohydrate, fibre, fruit and vegetables, with little/ no soy-based foods to improve semen quality
women: more plant/ vegetable (vs animal) protein, more unsaturated (vs trans) fat and low glycaemic load

Question 3

what is the best way to guarantee sufficient folic acid intake for women planning a pregnancy?

Answer 3

daily folic acid supplements at least one month before and three months after conception

Question 4

in terms of birth weight, what is considered to be optimal, low and large?

Answer 4

optimal range: 3.01-3.6 kilograms
low: <2.5 kilograms
large for gestational age: >4.5 kilograms