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Nutrition Tips For New Mom's: Stay Healthy and Fit

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Dr. Ruchi GoyalDietitian/Nutritionist • 11 Years Exp.M.Phil Biotech & PGD Dietitics
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Nutrition is important for everyone and especially important for new moms who are recovering from pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Post-pregnancy diet is one of the vital aspects that goes a long way in helping your body recover from childbirth.

Say No To Diet: Always stay away from diet and calorie count and limit your junk after your pregnancy. Only focus on getting enough healthy and balanced diet to stay healthy and recover from your post-partum stage. 

Some of the essential food items advised for new mothers include:

Leafy greens: Green vegetables are rich in iron, a nutrient that helps deal with postpartum problems. These leafy greens are also crucial in a new mother's diet.

Fruits and vegetables: Oranges, tomatoes, and other fruits rich in vitamin C can promote the healing process after a C-section delivery.

Whole grains: Whole grains must be included in the diet as the nutrition offered by whole grains is essential for mothers. This enables them to face the daily task of caring for their newborn child and catering to its many requirements.

Fish and soy food: Women who eat non-vegetarian diets should focus on fish as this is one of the best sources of lean animal protein. For the ones who are vegetarian, soy food and pulses offer desired protein nutrition.

Dairy: Dairy and dairy products add calcium and other nutrients, which help to strengthen the mother's body. The regular intake of milk makes children and their mothers strong!

Greek yogurt with berries: Yoghurt is excellent for the digestive system and combining this dairy product with natural berries (instead of refined sugar) makes it healthier for one's body.

Nuts: These represent a healthy substitute for harmful, artificially sweetened, and processed snacks that one consumes on the go.

Hard-boiled egg with carrots: This snack option may not be as tasty as one expects, but it serves the purpose of nutrition very well. Starting one's day with eggs and carrots is indeed a good idea.

Low-fat cheese: Cheese is an excellent source of protein and having low-fat cheese takes care of any weight issues that a new mother might face.

Whole-grain cereal and milk: Whether in the morning, afternoon, or evening, sudden pangs of hunger can be addressed with a bowl of cereal and milk. This is much better than munching on biscuits, cakes, or cookies!

New mothers, however, must avoid processed and artificially sweetened products and should instead opt for naturally healthy food items. Pave the way to good health with the right nutrition! 

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