Nutrition during pregnancy can help your child's metabolic health

Having a good diet directly influences the health and proper functioning of our entire body, and during pregnancy, nutrition becomes more important than ever not only because a greater amount of nutrients is needed to provide the baby with what it needs, but also because it directly influences your child's metabolic health. Foods must provide the nutrients your baby needs to form and grow; for example, calcium helps develop and maintain strong bones and teeth, so you will need more calcium for both your body and the developing baby. A study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that maternal nutrition during pregnancy can have a long-term impact on children's weight and that there are specific developmental periods when nutrition influences the growth of babies.A healthy diet includes proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and proper hydration.Proteins. Protein is one of the most important factors in pregnancy nutrition, as the baby grows in the womb mainly based on proteins, i.e., amino acids. Protein-rich foods include beef, poultry, fish, eggs, grains, nuts, to name a few.Fats. Good fats are one of the essential nutrients during pregnancy for the development of the baby. Foods that contain fats include avocado, olive oil, vegetable oil. Iron. One in three pregnant women experiences anemia due to iron deficiency during the last trimester, as this is when the baby needs and absorbs this mineral from maternal stores in greater amounts than usual. Some symptoms that can be detected in a pregnant woman with iron deficiency include fatigue, sleepiness, cramps, and the baby receiving less oxygen, which can lead to various severity disorders.Calcium. It is necessary for the growth and development of the baby's bones and teeth, for blood coagulation, and for nerve transmission. The foods richest in calcium are cheeses, milk, almonds, among others. Another important point is to stay well hydrated. During pregnancy, your body needs more water for you and your baby, so it is essential to drink enough fluids every day.During the gestation period, what you consume is the primary source of nutrition and therefore the formation of your baby, which is why the link between what you eat and your baby's health is so important. Take care with Santander!LikeU is Santander's new no-annual-fee credit card that offers customizable benefits according to your lifestyle. In addition, it provides security, supports causes, and much more. Discover it.