Pregnancy Diet: 5 Expert-listed Fruits To Add In Diet

By Chitra Shah
03 Sep 2024, 10:20 IST

Consuming a balanced diet is crucial during pregnancy to promote the development of both mother and baby. Here are the top five health expert-suggested fruits that you should add to your pregnancy diet.

CITRUS FRUITS

You must add citrus fruits to your diet like oranges, kiwi, pineapple, etc., because they are great sources of vitamin C, which promotes iron absorption and maintains the health of foetus.

APPLES

Apples are high in antioxidants and pectin (a probiotic), which help to promote gut health and relieve the symptoms of dizziness during pregnancy.

AVOCADOS

Avocados are a must fruit for your pregnancy diet due to their vitamin C, B, K, fibre, magnesium, and potassium content. It prevents nutritional deficiencies during pregnancy.

WATERMELON

Adding watermelons to your pregnancy diet can prevent bloating and diarrhoea, as it provides hydration and minerals to the body.

BANANAS

You should add bananas to your pregnancy diet as it a great source of potassium, magnesium, vitamin C, and fibre. It helps to provide nutrients to the body and prevent constipation, which is a common problem during constipation.

EXPERT'S ADVICE

Dr Anjali Phatak, Director of Nutripulse and Senior Clinical Nutritionist, Nutripulse, Jaipur, shared these five fruits that should be part of a pregnancy diet.

CONCLUSION

Add these fruits to your pregnancy diet with the prior guidance of a health expert to promote your health.