Fruits during pregnancy

The issue of nutrition during the perinatal period is especially acute, due to the unpredictable reaction of the body to foods. Fruits belong to the category of very useful nutritional elements for a woman who is expecting a baby, but some of them can be a source of danger. Therefore, before eating fruits during pregnancy, you need to know which ones are healthy and safe, which ones you need to be careful with, and which ones it’s better to avoid altogether. 

Healthy fruits during pregnancy

Very healthy fruits that almost never cause any problems even during pregnancy:

• Plum. It contains a lot of phosphorus and potassium, but a much lower content of iron, calcium and sodium, but their value is determined by the high content of a variety of vitamins. They are very good to eat for problems with the kidneys, blood, and also for constipation. This is a natural laxative that is gentle and absolutely safe. It improves digestion, helps with hypertension and kidney failure.
• Apples. This fruit has a huge number of varieties and each of them is useful in its own way. They contain a lot of tannins, citric and malic acids, potassium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, and pectin substances. Since apples promote the secretion of gastric juice, it is recommended to eat them twenty minutes before a full meal. For intestinal health, it is very good to eat baked fruits. Apple seeds contain a lot of iodine. To satisfy the daily requirement for this element, it is enough to eat five to six grains per day.
• Bananas. Unlike other fruits, there is a lot of starch here. Bananas are useful for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. These fruits can replace a full breakfast, and they also go perfectly with absolutely all sweet fruits and cream, so they make delicious and healthy salads and desserts. However, experts do not recommend eating unripe product.
• Pears. They are rich in various minerals, including phosphorus, silicon, calcium and magnesium. But they don’t have many vitamins. The fruit is especially shown  at  illness kidneys and circulatory system. They are endowed with amazing ability  lower body temperature and have a refreshing effect on the entire body. During the perinatal period, preference should be given to cultivated pears, which can be explained by their high content of pectin compounds and fiber, which have a beneficial effect on the health and activity of the intestines.
• Grape. Grape juice is considered one of the most easily digestible. Red grape varieties have a positive effect on the condition of the blood and have a beneficial effect on the lungs and respiratory tract. It is preferable to eat this fruit in between meals, but not earlier than a couple of hours after meals, otherwise the problem with digestion will result in bloating. Therefore, grapes can be called an ideal option for a snack.
• Garnet. This is one of the oldest fruits, which has long been used for medicinal purposes. Its juice stimulates appetite, normalizes stomach function and has anti-scurvy properties. This is a natural diuretic, analgesic, choleretic drug, which simultaneously provides antiseptic properties. For variety, its juice can be mixed with carrot and beet nectars, in which case all the beneficial properties will only be enhanced. It is not recommended to drink pomegranate juice in its pure form. Even if you don’t want to mix it with other juices, reduce the concentration of the drink by diluting it mineral water.
• Apricots. Some scientists sincerely believe that this fruit is a source of longevity. The conclusions were based on a long-term study of the lifestyle of the tribes. Interestingly, 100 g of fresh fruit also has a strong effect on the process of hematopoiesis, as does 250 g of fresh liver. Apricot also has the power to relieve swelling and improve intestinal function.
• Dried fruits. Their usefulness is without a doubt, just like their calorie content. Therefore, lean on them especially  not  worth it so as not to gain excess weight. If you are not the biggest fan of dried fruits, you can make a healthy treat out of them by twisting dried fruits with nuts and mixing them with honey. But be careful when using honey, it can cause allergies. Dried fruits can be finely chopped and added to porridge, or prepared into compotes. The highest content of potassium, vitamins, calcium, phosphorus and iron is in apricots, kais and dried apricots. It is recommended to eat figs for asthma, thrombosis, arrhythmia and vascular and heart diseases. It is a mild diuretic, antimicrobial and diaphoretic. They can be used to treat colds and coughs by preparing a decoction with milk. Raisins have the same properties as grapes, and dates can relieve pain in the lumbar region, heal the lungs and improve blood composition.

Harmful fruits during pregnancy

It is worth saying that the concept harmfulness  fruit   during the perinatal period it is quite relative, so it should not be taken to heart. For the most part, they can only cause harm if you overeat, or if you are initially allergic to them. In any case, before you are tempted by a “harmful” product, it is better to consult with a doctor monitoring your pregnancy. Pineapple.

• This fruit is especially dangerous if there is a threat of miscarriage, as well as during pregnancy up to 13 weeks, since, again, it can provoke the loss of the child. High uterine tone is also a contraindication. Papaya.
• Another fruit that causes uterine contractions, so even absolutely healthy women should avoid it. Pregnancy with healthy food
• Although it is not a fruit, but a berry, its effect on pregnancy can be very negative. Firstly, it is a strong allergen, which can also be a provocateur of diathesis in a baby. Secondly, it also tends to contract the uterus, and this is a direct path to miscarriage. However, you can eat a delicious berry during pregnancy, but in very small quantities, provided that you and your family do not have a tendency to be allergic to it, and also if you are absolutely sure that there are no chemicals in the berry. You should eat no more than 5-6 pieces after a hearty meal. During pregnancy, you need to be very careful and it is advisable to avoid exotic overseas fruits, especially if you have not eaten them before.

Allergenic fruits that are best avoided

Allergies can occur at any time and to anything. But during pregnancy, the body becomes unpredictable and what was previously normal to tolerate can become a real disaster during pregnancy. Even if a fruit is not on the list of allergens, this does not mean that it cannot cause unpleasant consequences; there are simply products, when consumed, a negative reaction is recorded much more often. If we talk about fruits, during pregnancy it is better to avoid:

• apricots;
• peaches;
• citrus fruits;
• grenade;
• persimmons;
• red apples;
• melons;
• all fruits are from the tropics.

All of them are very useful, including for pregnant women, but it is during this period that you need to eat them with great caution, and if in doubt, it is better to remove them from your diet for a while.