Nutrition During Pregnancy, Part I: Weight Gain, Part II: Nutrient Supplements

In Part I of Nutrition During Pregnancy, the authors require revisions in suggested weight gains for pregnant women. They explore relationships between weight gain throughout pregnancy and a range of aspects (e.g., the mother’s weight for height prior to pregnancy) and locations this in the context of the health of the baby and the mother. They present particular target ranges for weight gain during pregnancy and standards for proper measurement. Part II addresses minerals and vitamin supplementation throughout pregnancy, examining the adequacy of diet in meeting nutrient needs during pregnancy and suggesting specific quantities of supplements for special circumstances. It also covers the effects of caffeine, alcohol, cigarette, marijuana, and drug usage and provides specific research suggestions.

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