What foods are good for nourishing the stomach and providing nutrition during pregnancy?
Disease description:
Recently, I have been experiencing some discomfort in my stomach and intestines during pregnancy. I would like to ask the doctor what foods are both stomach-friendly and nutritious for pregnant women?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lu
Pregnant women should consider both stomach health and nutritional richness when choosing foods. It is recommended that pregnant women consume the following types of food:
1. Whole grains and high-fiber foods: such as oats, brown rice, and whole wheat bread, which help maintain digestive system health and prevent constipation.
2. Vegetables: such as fresh mushrooms, carrots, and cucumbers, rich in cellulose and vitamins, which help promote gastrointestinal motility and relieve constipation.
3. Fruits: such as apples, pears, and peaches, containing abundant vitamin C and dietary fiber, which help promote digestion and enhance immunity.
4. High-quality protein sources: such as fish, chicken, tofu, and eggs, which are not only easy to digest but also provide essential amino acids required by pregnant women.
5. Low-fat dairy products: such as milk and yogurt, rich in calcium and protein, which are beneficial for bone health, and the probiotics in yogurt help maintain intestinal health.
6. Porridge: such as glutinous rice porridge and millet porridge, which are easy to digest and do not burden the stomach, while also providing certain nutrients.
In addition, pregnant women can also consume moderate amounts of Chinese yam, millet, milk, and similar foods, which not only help nourish the stomach but also provide rich nutrition. Therefore, when choosing food, pregnant women should follow the principle of light, easily digestible, and nutrient-rich foods, avoiding greasy, spicy, and irritating foods.
