During pregnancy, the expectant mother should be very careful about what she eats, because some foods can be harmful to the unborn baby. Eating seafood plays an important role in the nutrition of a pregnant woman. They are high in nutritional value and rich in vitamins and minerals. Studies have shown that consuming seafood reduces the risk of premature birth and low birth weight babies and also promotes the birth of babies with higher IQs. There are some guidelines to consider when choosing seafood.
Instructions
Step 1
Shellfish. Well-peeled and properly cooked shellfish (such as shrimp) are safe. They are a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which contribute to the overall development of the child, especially the nervous and visual systems, as well as the brain.
Step 2
Smoked fish is rich in nutrients needed during pregnancy. It contains vitamins A and D as well as proteins. Smoked fish is safe to eat during pregnancy as it has been processed to eliminate any possible parasites. Salted and pickled fish are also safe to eat.
Step 3
Fatty fish such as herring, sardines, mackerel, smelt, trout, and salmon are a good source of essential fats for a pregnant woman. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for a child's development, so it is important to include fatty fish in your diet. But oily fish can contain environmental pollutants - dioxins, pesticides, and others. Therefore, you need to limit the consumption of such fish to two servings per week.
Step 4
Sushi is safe to eat if it is made from previously frozen or smoked fish. Freezing and smoking kills the parasites in the fish.
Step 5
Some varieties of marine fish can accumulate mercury in them. This can be very harmful to an unborn baby. These varieties include tuna, trout and halibut. Lobsters also accumulate mercury. They should be consumed in very limited quantities. Even more mercury accumulates in sea bass, king mackerel, swordfish, shark, marlin. Their use must be abandoned for the entire period of pregnancy, as well as during breastfeeding.
