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10 Healthy Seeds To Eat During Pregnancy

You would have noticed one thing in a pregnant woman and that is her food cravings. Food cravings in a pregnant woman is uncanny since they tend to consume foods which contain a high amount of salt or spicy foods to treat their taste buds.

According to experts, it is said that to have a healthy pregnancy, consuming seeds is the best way to keep fit since they do not have too much of calories which will make you put on weight. There are some good seeds that will keep you healthy during the term of pregnancy. Take a look at these healthy seeds to eat when pregnant.

THE BEST CITRUS FRUITS TO EAT DURING PREGNANCY

The only reason why these healthy seeds should be eaten during pregnancy is because it is rich in EFAs (essential fatty acids), B vitamins, protein and minerals which is good for the growth of the developing foetus.

Note: Make sure not to overeat some of these healthy seeds during pregnancy as it may have side-effects on your foetus.

Chia Seeds

Chia Seeds

These chia seeds have a high content of Omega-3 fatty acids which is essential for a baby's brain development at the time of pregnancy.

Sesame Seeds

Sesame Seeds

These seeds are to be eaten only once during your term of pregnancy as it is a heat-inducing seeds. Though it is a healthy seed, make sure to keep it to a minimum consumption.

Musk Melon Seeds

Musk Melon Seeds

After relishing the flesh of musk melon, dry out the seeds and consume it. It is a healthy snack which helps to increase your energy at the time of pregnancy.

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin Seeds

The best way to fight that nausea feeling is with the help of pumpkin seeds. A handful of pumpkin seeds will keep that eerie feeling away.

Poppy Seeds

Poppy Seeds

One of the most healthy seeds to eat during pregnancy is poppy seeds. However, these seeds too should be eaten to a minimum since it contains opiates which is not good for the young foetus in the early stages of pregnancy.

Sunflower Seeds

Sunflower Seeds

If you want to eat a healthy snack, sunflower seeds are the best to choose from. A handful of sunflower seeds contains enough iron which is essential for the baby in the third trimester of pregnancy.

Cumin Seeds

Cumin Seeds

Cumin too is rich in iron which is good for pregnant women to consume. These healthy seeds to eat during pregnancy will also help to strengthen the bones of the growing foetus.

Fenugreek Seeds

Fenugreek Seeds

During pregnancy, fenugreek seeds need to be consumed with caution as it can lower the blood sugar levels in the body. The seeds also contain Oxytocin which stimulate uterine, therefore consume it at a minimum.

Pomegranate Seeds

Pomegranate Seeds

Pomegranate too is one of the most healthy fruits to consume at the time of pregnancy. Pomegranate is rich in iron which helps women who are anemic. It is the pomegranate seeds that contain iron.

Watermelon Seeds

Watermelon Seeds

Watermelon seeds are rich in vitamin C, which is excellent for the immune system of the growing foetus.

Story first published: Tuesday, April 22, 2014, 17:46 [IST]
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