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Dangerous Foods and Herbs in Pregnancy-3 Fruits
Continued of Dangerous Foods and Herbs in Pregnancy-2 Vegetables
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Prof. Hayk S. Arakelyan. Full Professor in Medicine,
Doctor of Medical Sciences, Ph.D , Grand Ph.D .
Senior Expert of Interactive Clinical Pharmacology , Drug Safety,
Treatment Tactics, General Medicine and Clinical Research.
“Let food be thy medicine, thy medicine shall be thy food.”
“Hippocrates”
Indroduction.
Pregnancy or gestation is the development of embryo in the uterus of a woman.
Childbirth usually occurs about 38-40 weeks from the start of the last
normalmenstrual period. pregnancy is divided into three trimester periods of three
months each, as a means to simplify reference to the different stages of prenatal
development. The first trimester carries the highest risk of miscarriage. During
pregnancy, the woman undergoes many physiological changes, which are entirely
normal,including cardiovascular, hematologic, metabolic, renal and respiratory
changes that become very important in the event of complications.
Nutrition During Pregnancy.
A well-balanced diet for pregnant woman is one that includes foods from all food
groups in appropriate amounts, so as to ensure proper nutrition. Proper nutrition
ensures that all essential nutrients (carbohydrates, fats, protein, vitamins, minerals
and water) are supplied to the body to maintain optimal health and well-being.
Good nutrition is essential for normal organ development and functioning; normal
reproduction, growth and maintenance; for optimum activity level and working
efficiency; for resistance to infection and disease; and for the ability to repair
bodily damage or injury. While pregnancy is a normal alternative condition for the
female body, it is stressful, and all nutritional needs are increased in order to meet
the needs of the pregnancy. Pregnancy consists of a series of small, continuous
physiologic adjustments that affect the metabolism of all nutrients. The
adjustments undoubtedly vary widely from woman to woman depending on her
prepregnancy nutrition, genetic determinants of fetal size, and maternal lifestyle
behavior.
There are some foods prohibited during pregnancy because they could:
1. cause miscarriage.
2. cause food poisoning.
3. cause hormone imbalance.
4. harmful for unborn baby.
Dangerous Fruits in Pregnancy !
Avoid the following Fruits During Pregnancy.
Noli Nocere !
1.Avoid Pineapple.
Eating pineapple during pregnancy is not good so resist yourself from consuming
pineapple during pregnancy. Pineapples are rich in bromelain, which can cause
the softening of the cervix leading to early labour.
2. Avoid Papaya.
Papaya intake apparently brings on labour early or causes miscarriage. This is
partially true. Papayas, especially the unripe and semi-ripe ones are rich in latex,
which is known to trigger uterine contractions. Green papaya was often applied
directly to the uterus, but food forms such as green papaya salad, the seeds of
papaya in the parasite killing papaya seed smoothie ahead, as well as supplements
containing papain enzyme should be avoided during the third and final trimester
of pregnancy. For this reason Papaya is in list of foods to avoid during
pregnancy.
3. Avoid Grapes.
The main bone of contention is the high amount of resveratrol present in grapes.
This chemical can cause toxicity for the expectant mother. But, eating grapes
during pregnancy can also give you vital nutrients like vitamin A and C. So, you
need to speak with your doctor before you come to any decision about eating
grapes during pregnancy.
5. Avoid Unwashed Raw Fruits during Pregnancy.
The most important advice for pregnant women is to avoid unwashed and
unpasteurised fruits during pregnancy. It is critical that food hygiene is given
primal importance during pregnancy to avoid infections from toxoplasmosis. Fruits
should be an integral part of every pregnancy diet, however, one must exercise
caution and avoid eating some of them such as pineapples or papayas in excess, in
order to avoid any complication during pregnancy. Here's the proper way to
prepare and handle them safely:
Thoroughly rinse raw fruits and vegetables under running water before
eating or preparing them, especially fruits that require peeling or cutting - like
cantaloupe and other melons. Bacteria can be found on the outer rind or peel
Don't use soap, detergents, or bleach solutions to wash produce
As an added precaution, use a small vegetable brush to remove surface dirt
Try to cut away damaged or bruised areas - bacteria can thrive in these
places
Fruits should comprise a major part of your diet wheny you are pregnant clearly
because they are loaded with nutrients. But, it is important for you to alter the list
of your favourite fruits for the sake of your baby. Avoid the bad ones, and stay
healthy.
Pregnancy is the most delicate period for a woman and for her unborn baby. A
pregnant woman should be very careful during pregnancy to ensure proper health
of the unborn baby. If you are pregnant it is important that you take extra care
while choosing everything that goes into your mouth. Pregnancy affects your
immune system and makes you and your child more susceptible to the bacteria and
viruses that cause foodborne illnesses. There are certain fruits that need to be
avoided during pregnancy. You want the best for your baby, so, in case you
have missed out this instruction, here is a checklist of fruits to avoid during
pregnancy. Keep this handy to ensure that you and your unborn baby stay
healthy and safe.
If you have any questions concerning “Dangerous Foods and Herbs in
Pregnancy-3 Fruits”, interactive clinical pharmacology , or any other questions,
please inform me.
Prof. Hayk S. Arakelyan