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Interesting Facts on Pregnancy Nutrition

Mums-to-be, are you getting the nutrients you need? Did you know Australian women on average don't get enough of the important nutrients they need during pregnancy? It's hard to get the additional nutrients you require through food alone, so it can be a good idea to top up with dietary supplements. Some of the important nutrients needed during pregnancy are... FOLIC ACID Can reduce risk of spina bifida if taken early before conception and early in pregnancy Why? Recommended dietary intake during pregnancy: 600 mcg/day' 118 營 Which is equal to... OF RAW SPINACH A DAY Note: All pregnant women should take a folic acid supplement - ask your doctor for advice. IODINE Why? To promote healthy brain and nerve development. Recommended dietary intake during pregnancy: 220 mcg/day Which is equal to... 22 EVERY DAY 1006 TINS OF TUNA Note: All pregnant women should take an iodine supplement - ask your doctor for advice. CALCIUM Why? To promote healthy bone development. Recommended dietary intake during pregnancy: 1000 mg/day Which is equal to... 375 OR CUPS OF MILK ALMONDS EVERY DAY 3.6PER DAY VITAMIN D- Why? To increase calcium absorption and promote healthy bone development. Recommended dietary intake during pregnancy: 5 mcg/day Which is equal to: 10 SLICES OF JUCHEDDAR CHEESE PER DAY GET MORE VITAMIND WITH EXPOSURE TO SUNLIGHT FOR AROUND 15 MINS 2-3 TIMES PER WEEK OCe For safety advice on sun exposure, visit: http://www.cancer.org.au//cancersmartlifestyle/SunSmart/VitaminD.htm IRON Why? Reduces the risk of dietary iron deficiency. Recommended dietary intake during pregnancy: 27 mg/day Which is equal to: 5OF PALM SIZED BEEF STEAKAA PER DAY OR 25 EVERY DAY ОМEGA 3 DHA Why? For healthy brain and eye development Omega-3 expert recommendation for pregnant and breastfeeding women: 200mg/day Which is equal to: 1256 TINS OF 3-4 SALMON PER WEEK Sources: 1 NHMRC Nutrient Reference Values for Australia and New Zealand: pregnant women aged 19-50 2 NHMRC public statement (2010) http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/_files_nhmrc/publications/attachments/new45_statement.pdf; http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/_files_nhmrc/file/your_health/egenetics/practioners/gems/sections/ 03_testing_and_pregnancy.pdf 3 Summary of Scientific Consensus Report, omega-3 fatty acids for material and infant health and development (2009). Omega-3 Centre YOU CAN ALSO... CUPS

Interesting Facts on Pregnancy Nutrition

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Did you know that Australian women on average don't get enough important nutrients they need during pregnancy? Find out some interesting facts on pregnancy nutrition in our infographic. Feel free t...

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