HEALTHY PREGNANCY WITH FRUITS?

Fruits have a major impact on your health during pregnancy. Learn about 10 examples, scientifically validated.

THE PHILOSOPHY BEHIND

Consuming healthy diet is not only a basic for our health and longevity but can turn out as a vital benefit for specific situations during life.
 
One of those moments is the time of pregnancy. As this helps the fetus to develop properly and avoid birth complications.

BENEFITS OF FRUIT FOR PREGNANCY – SCIENTIFICALLY VERIFIED

​In fact, there are quite a few types of fruit we may not want to overlook. In alphabetical order.
 
With special reference to fresh fruits and juices, and their specific contents, supporting the baby’s development.
 
Let’s start (alphabetically) with

• Apples

 
Containing vitamins A & C, as well as mineral potassium and also fiber, apples support the growing fetus.
 
With scientific reference of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).  

• Apricots

 
Because of their nutritional benefits such as
- vitamins A/B-6/B-9 folate
as well as their
- minerals calcium/iron/phosphorus/potassium which (like iron) can avoid anemia, and calcium supports teeth and bones.
 
According to international research at, inter alia,
- Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) in Bangi, Malaysia
- Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University in Dammam, Saudi Arabia         
   &
- Magla Sitki Kocman University in Mugla, Turkey
   

• Avocados

 
They are very supportive with their highly appropriate nutrients such as
- vitamins B/C/E/K
- minerals copper & potassium
   as well as
- fiber
- healthy fats which not only offer energy but also support brain and skin tissues of the developing child.
 
Thereby, the mineral potassium also reduce leg cramps as they are not unusual in 3rd trimester of pregnancy.
 
As verified by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

• Bananas

 
As an excellent source of the mineral potassium, this supports well cell functioning. And it supports healthy blood pressure.
 
Also, bananas help to fight nausea.
 
According to the U.S. National Institute of Health/Office of Dietary Supplements.

• Berries

 
With special reference to
- strawberries
- raspberries
- blackberries
- blueberries  
strong in vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants. Helping with iron absorption.
 
As based on U.S. and international research at, inter alia,
- Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS
- University of Tennessee in Knoxville, TN
- Mahidol University in Nakhon Pathom, Thailand
- United Arab Emirates University in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
- Banaras Hindu University in Varanasi, India
 

• Cherries

 
Based on their antioxidants they can reduce inflammation and support the immune system. Containing also the hormone of natural melatonin, cherries are also good for sleep.      
  
According to research at the
- University of California in Davis, CA
  

• Grapes

 
Are not only rich in immunity supporting antioxidants to prevent infections but also contain
- vitamins B-9/folate, C & K
- fiber
- pectin
- organic acids  

According to U.S. Food and Drug Association (FDA)

• Mangoes

 
Based on research at, inter alia,
- Nutritional Strategies in Paris/Canada    
   &
- Nutrition Impact in Battle Creek, MI/USA about weight management.

• Pears

 
With quite some fiber in this fruit, this relieves constipation as it is usual in pregnancy.
 
Additionally pears are a good source of vitamin B-9/folate and potassium.
 
As well as drinking also with pomegranate juice.
 
According to research at, inter alia,
- Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MS          
   &
- University School of Medicine in Seoul, Korea
 

• Watermelons

 
Since watermelons are rich in terms of water, they can cut dowm dehydration related problems such as swelling and headaches.
 
Also contain magnesium and vitamins A/C. E.g., to avoid nausea.  
 
 As based on research with special reference to FDA.
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IN A NUTSHELL

Fruits have a major impact on your health during pregnancy. Learn about 10 examples, scientifically validated.