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Nutrition, Diet And Food

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Staying Healthy During Pregnancy

Now that you're pregnant, taking care of yourself has never been more important. Of course, you'll probably get advice from everyone - your doctor, family members, friends, co-workers, and even ...

kidshealth.org/parent/pregnancy_newborn/pregnancy/preg_health.html

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Upside: Easy to use site with very good information on how and what to eat during pregnancy
Downside: Expect lots of scrolling

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Eating During Pregnancy

To eat well during pregnancy you must do more than simply increase how much you eat. You must also consider what you eat. Although you need about 300 extra calories a day — especially later in your ...

kidshealth.org/parent/nutrition_fit/nutrition/eating_pregnancy.html

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Upside: Easy to use site with excellent article on what to eat during pregnancy
Downside: Expect some scrolling

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Eating During Pregnancy

To eat well during pregnancy you must do more than simply increase how much you eat. You must also consider what you eat. Although you need about 300 extra calories a day — especially later in your ...

www.kidshealth.com/parent/nutrition_fit/nutrition/eating_pregnancy.html

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Upside: Easy to use site with excellent information on how to eat during pregnancy
Downside: Expect lots of scrolling

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Healthy Eating During Pregnancy

Introduction Pregnancy is one of the most nutritionally demanding periods of a woman’s life. Gestation involves rapid cell division and organ development. An adequate supply of nutrients is essential ...

ific.org/publications/brochures/pregnancybroch.cfm

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Upside: Excellent pregnancy nutrition guide with very detailed information and charts
Downside: Expect lots of scrolling

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Chart: Nutrients you need to help your baby grow

Nutrient Daily amount Do you need a supplement? Benefit to your baby Food source

www.babycenter.com/0_chart-nutrients-you-need-to-help-your-baby-grow_4540.bc

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Upside: Detailed chart and guide to different foods to eat during pregnancy
Downside: None

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Pregnancy Nutrition

A sound pregnancy nutrition plan makes sure that both you and your baby get enough of the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients you both need. It's easy to practice good pregnancy nutrition habits: eat ...

pregnancy.emedtv.com/pregnancy/pregnancy-nutrition.html

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Upside: Good article on various foods to eat during pregnancy
Downside: Spans several pages - hard to quickly navigate

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Eating for Pregnancy: An Essential Guide to Nutrition with

Recipes for the Whole Family Aiming to fill a gap in the market, Jones has collaborated with perinatal nutritionist Hudson to produce a volume that combines both recipes and nutritional advice aimed ...

www.amazon.com/Eating-Pregnancy-Essential-Nutrition-Recipes/dp/1569245118

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Upside: Site selling book which discusses nutrition and recipes to eat during pregnancy; many positive reviews
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Summaries of the latest research concerning fish oils and

pregnancy and infants

www.oilofpisces.com/pregnancy.html

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Upside: Up-to-date scientific research on fish oils
Downside: Text only science-oriented site

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Iron: It's good for your blood

Why do I need iron? How much iron do I need during pregnancy? Should I take a supplement? What are the best food sources of iron? What will happen if I don't get enough iron? How will I know if I ...

www.babycenter.com/0_iron-its-good-for-your-blood_1468.bc

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Upside: Detailed article on the benefits of including iron in your diet during pregnancy
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This fact sheet is one in a series containing information to

help you select foods that provide adequate daily amounts of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber.

ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5553.html

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Upside: Academic site describing benefits and sources of Folic Acid
Downside: No pregnancy specific information