One such fruit is kiwi fruit. This small fruit, which has an acidic taste and a greenish tint, with illiterate use can bring future moms not only good but also harm. In this article, we will tell you whether pregnant women can eat kiwi, and how to do it correctly.
How useful is kiwi to pregnant women?
The benefits of kiwi for pregnant women are explained by the unique composition of this fruit. In particular, it contains the following valuable ingredients:
- potassium - normalizes the work of the nervous system and reduces the load on the heart muscle;
- magnesium - strengthens the nervous system, and also promotes the delivery of oxygen to the fetus;
- iron - increases hemoglobin and prevents the development of anemia;
- fluoride and calcium - improve the condition of bone tissue and contribute to the proper formation of the skeleton and teeth in the future baby;
- iodine - provides the necessary work capacity of the thyroid gland and prevents the development of some congenital pathologies in a future baby;
- Folic acid - has a positive effect on the development of the placenta, reduces the likelihood of abortion in the early stages, and also promotes the normal development of the fetal bone marrow;
- vitamin C - strengthens and supports the immunity of the future mother and protects her from bacteria and viruses;
- Vitamin E - helps maintain the integrity of the cell membrane.
In addition, regular use of kiwi during pregnancy helps to overcome constipation, which is often found in expectant mothers.
How correctly to eat kiwi in pregnancy?
To eat this fruit during pregnancy follows, without separating the peel, since the concentration of nutrients in it is even greater than in the flesh. Meanwhile, before consumption, the fruit should be thoroughly washed using a brush and a special cleanser.
Despite the huge amount of valuable properties, do not be too fond of this exotic fruit,
Finally, it should be remembered that exotic kiwi can cause an allergic reaction, which is absolutely not necessary for a woman waiting for speedy addition. When there are any signs of an individual intolerance to the fruit, from its use during pregnancy should be discarded.