Pregnancy makes women want to snack all the time. But it is also crucial that you maintain a diet that is healthy and well-balanced, including the snack. But often healthy snacks which you liked to consume before being pregnant might not be a healthy option now. Let’s find out which snacks are good for your baby and which aren’t.

Combine snacks that are protein, fat, and carbohydrates rich.

Peanut butter

• Studies have shown that consuming peanut butter during pregnancy helps to reduce the chances of the baby having peanut butter allergies.
• Peanut butter is high in antioxidants and contains a good amount of folic acid which reduces the chances of the baby having any birth defects.

Fish

• Sea fishes in particular are rich in proteins, iron, and zinc.
• DHA and other mega-3 fatty acids present in some fishes enhance the process of a baby’s brain development.
• Although, fishes like sharks, swordfish, tilefish, and king mackerel which are rich in mercury should be avoided.
• Pregnant women are allowed to have fish two to three times a week.

Cheese

• Other than soft cheeses, which contain listeria, hard cheeses can be consumed without guilt during pregnancy. Listeria is harmful to your baby.
• Soft cheeses contain a good amount of water in them due to which they have high bacteria growth.
• Consuming cheese is healthy as they are a good source of fats, proteins and even calcium, but one must make sure that it is made from pasteurized milk.
• Yogurts, probiotics, and sour cream are also healthy cheeses that are safe to consume during pregnancy.

Conclusion

Most pregnant women have the urge to snack even after consuming a full meal. The key is to make sure that the snacks are healthy and rich in protein, calcium, and fats so that the baby’s growth is not hampered and you get enough energy to pass the day.

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