Fruit during pregnancy is a great way to ensure a healthy baby. While you may already be taking vitamin supplements, it's important to remember that getting the vitamins you need from fresh foods is always a better idea. You can consume just several fruits and you'll likely find all of the vitamins you need.
Of all the fruits out there, sweet yellow mangoes are my favorite during this pregnancy. With my first and second pregnancies, I've love eating bananas and I still love eating them today.
My snacks this afternoon, sweet yellow mangoes paired with yummy tupig
(Tupig - also called intemtem is a popular native delicacy from Pangasinan, Philippines which is made out of ground glutinous rice and coconuts strips wrapped in banana leaves then cooked over charcoal)
Both of these fruits are important for a healthy pregnancy. Just like bananas, mangoes provide a good dose of Vitamin B6. B6 helps the baby's brain and nervous system and allows mommy and baby to develop red blood cells. This vitamin improves brain health: The Vitamin B6 found in mangoes improves nerve functioning. Some woman also claim that B6 has helped this avoid morning sickness.
Mangoes also have ample quantities of vitamin C and E, which provide glow to the skin and have anti-aging effects. Keep the glow during your pregnancy! Vitamin E also helps to build muscles and red blood cells. Not having enough Vitamin E can also lead to pre-eclampsia and possibly a low birth weight.
Aside from that it also has a good amount of Vitamin A. It is another important vitamin which can specifically target your baby's body. According to Fitness Tips For Life this Vitamin can help form the baby's bones and teeth, while also targeting their heart, ears, eyes and their immune system.
Parents who do not get enough Vitamin A can cause vision problems in their babies. Vitamin A can also help repair the body after childbirth so it's great for both mommy and baby.
Although there is no scientific evidence to this, mangoes should be relished in moderation during pregnancy due to following reasons:
Mangoes have high calorific value: Mangoes are rich in carbs and therefore may add unwanted weight to your already increased weight during pregnancy
Steer clear from artificially ripened mangoes: Artificially ripened mangoes can cause side effects, hence you will need to be careful not to buy and consume them. The mangoes ripened using chemicals lose their nutritional benefits and may cause stomach upset, hives, mouth ulcers, dizziness and headaches.
Mango allergy: The substances on the skin of mango and near its stalk may cause allergy when they come in contact with skin or is sucked upon.
High sugar content: The sweet, ripe mangoes can unbalance the sugar when consumed in large quantities, thus if you have gestational diabetes, you will have to avoid the fruit. Also women with high blood pressure must be careful about consuming this sweet fruit.
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Other Health Benefits Of Eating Mangoes During Pregnancy
Controlling the above factors, mangoes hold a plethora of nutritional benefits:
I love to eat the yellow ripe sweet ones only! :)
High antioxidant content: The high antioxidant content of mangoes help in increasing the immunity- which a pregnant woman needs a lot of to keep herself safe and away from infections.
Provides iron: Mangoes are rich in iron and helps women combat pregnancy anemia, which is a very common problem during the gestation period.
High mineral content: Mango is a decent source of various minerals such as potassium, magnesium and phosphorous. These minerals ensure healthy functioning of organs.
Fights constipation: Mango is diuretic in nature and aids in digestion. The rich fiber content also helps in keeping the bowel movement healthy, fighting off the most common side effect of pregnancy- constipation.
Provides energy: Get tired easily? Grab some of the yellow fruit and get instant energy. Mango is rich in carbohydrates and is great in preventing fatigue during pregnancy.
High in beta carotene: Keep your system clean by eating a few slices of the king of the fruits. Mango flushes out the toxins from the body, fights bacteria and boosts immunity
Cures acne: Mangoes help in improving skin texture and can also be applies externally to fight acne.
Healthy development of baby: Mangoes are also beneficial to the growing baby. Being rich in many vitamins and minerals, consumption of mangoes during pregnancy helps in growth of baby during pregnancy. Keeps eyes and nervous system healthy!
Satisfy your sweet cravings: Instead of grabbing a bucket of ice-cream or a big piece of cake, go for a few slices of mangoes to crave that sweet tooth of yours.
Can help in weight gain: In case you are not gaining enough weight, do have mangoes regularly and mind you – you will put on those pounds quickly!
"Considering the above facts, mango is largely SAFE for consumption during pregnancy."
Data Sources: What To Expect.com, Being the Parent.com. Mom Junction.com
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