When the pregnancy is confirmed it is time for the would-be-moms to take special care of the daily diet which must be well balanced including all that is required for the healthy development of the fetus as well as maintaining the good health of the mother.
Pregnancy induces lots of psychological stress and physical strain due to the gradual development of fetus and that leads to various biochemical and hormonal changes in the body which can be summarized as -
1. Hormonal changes
2. Increase in basal metabolic rate
3. Changes in renal function
As a result the calorie demand increases in the expecting mothers and so moderate amount of high calorie food in the diet is beneficial for the mothers. Mothers should eat according to their appetite and when they feel hungry.
