What specifically should pregnant women not eat? This list of no-nos to remember
During pregnancy, the mother's diet is directly related to the healthy development of the fetus. However, not all foods are suitable for pregnant women to eat, and some foods may even cause miscarriage, premature birth or fetal malformations. The following is a list of dietary taboos for pregnant women that have been hotly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days. It is compiled based on medical advice and authoritative guidelines to help expectant mothers scientifically avoid pitfalls.
1. Foods that pregnant women are absolutely prohibited from eating
| food category | specific food | Potential risks |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Red wine, beer, liquor, etc. | Causes fetal alcohol syndrome and affects intellectual development |
| Raw/semi-raw food | Sashimi, soft-boiled eggs, undercooked meat | Parasitic or bacterial infection (such as listeria) |
| High Mercury Fish | Tuna, shark, swordfish | Mercury poisoning damages fetal nervous system |
| caffeinated drinks | Coffee (>200mg daily), strong tea | Increase the risk of miscarriage and affect fetal weight |
2. Foods that need to be strictly limited in intake
| food category | Recommended intake | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| animal liver | ≤2 times a month, ≤30g each time | Excessive vitamin A may cause fetal malformations |
| High sugar foods | Added sugar <25g per day | Increased risk of gestational diabetes |
| pickled food | ≤1 time per week | Excessive nitrite affects fetal oxygen supply |
3. Taboo combinations that are easily overlooked
In addition to single foods, certain food combinations may be harmful to pregnant women:
| Taboo combinations | Risk statement |
|---|---|
| Crab+Persimmon | Cause gastrointestinal spasms, severe cases may cause uterine contractions |
| Spinach + Tofu | Calcium oxalate precipitates, affecting calcium absorption |
| Iron supplement + milk | Reduce iron absorption rate by more than 50% |
4. Food safety recommendations during pregnancy
1.Preferred cooking methods: All meat and seafood must be cooked thoroughly and avoid eating raw; vegetables and fruits must be rinsed under running water for more than 3 minutes.
2.Nutritional balance principle: Eat more than 12 kinds of food every day, focusing on supplementing folic acid, iron, and calcium (refer to the table below).
| Nutrients | Recommended food | daily requirement |
|---|---|---|
| folic acid | Broccoli, oats, avocado | 600μg |
| Iron | Beef, black fungus, red beans | 27mg |
| Calcium | Milk, sesame, tofu | 1000mg |
3.Individualized adjustment: Patients with pregnancy-induced hypertension need to limit salt (<5g/day), and those with high blood sugar need to control the GI value (<55).
Summary: The diet of pregnant women should follow the principle of "safety first, balanced nutrition" to avoid health risks caused by accidentally eating taboo foods. It is recommended to communicate with the doctor about the diet plan during regular prenatal check-ups to ensure the health of mother and baby.
(Note: The data in this article are synthesized from the WHO "Nutritional Guidelines for Pregnancy", the 2023 recommendations of the Chinese Nutrition Society and the clinical diagnosis and treatment standards of tertiary hospitals)
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