According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), a pregnant mother needs a more healthy diet that is rich in calcium, iron, calcium, folic acid and protein than a woman who is not pregnant. Diet plays an important role in a healthy pregnancy and delivering a healthy & happy baby. A nutritious diet is very helpful in averting the risk of neural tube defects and ensures the proper development of the child's brain and spinal cord. Apart from supplements prescribed by doctors, a woman must consume leafy green vegetables, fortified/enriched cereals, beans, citrus fruits, etc to ensure a daily intake of prescribed folic acid of at least 600 micrograms. For the calcium consumption for baby’s healthy bones and teeth, enough consumption of dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese and calcium-fortified juices and foods is suggested. In the absence of calcium-rich food, the baby tends to draw calcium from the mother's body which weakens the mother’s heal
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