Eating for two

The right food choices you make while pregnant lead you feel strong and in tune with your body. A healthy body, fuelled by clean, plant-based food, will help to create a physically and emotionally fulfilling pregnancy and childbirth experience that you dream of. The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine recommends that

• In the 1st trimester, you don’t any additional calories at all.
• In the 2nd trimester, you need an extra 340 calories per day
• In the 3rd trimester, you need an additional 452 calories per day.

All pregnant women must choose their meals wisely. Eat foods that are rich in nutrients, but not high in fat or sugar, or excessive in calories.