We all know that eating more apples has many benefits for people’s health. That’s because apples contain a lot of sugar and some organic acids (malic acid, tannic acid), and are also rich in crude oil. Fiber, potassium, vitamin C and other vitamins can replenish the energy needed by the human body, so the saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" still makes sense.

For pregnant mothers, the body’s demand for nutrients is greater than that of ordinary people, and the various nutrients rich in apples are a very good source of nutrition for pregnant mothers, so during pregnancy , Pregnant mothers can eat apples appropriately, at least one every day.

So when is the best time to eat fruit?

In addition to containing a lot of nutrients, apples can also promote the digestive function of the gastrointestinal tract. Therefore, if pregnant mothers choose the right time to eat apples, they can maximize the effect of apples.

1. Because the metabolic function of the human body is more active in the morning, eating an apple in the morning can allow the body to absorb the nutrients in the apple well, but remember not to eat it on an empty stomach before breakfast Oh, that would make your stomach feel uncomfortable.

2. Eating apples before lunch can stimulate the appetite, but because apples make people feel full, they may make pregnant mothers eat less. For some pregnant women who need to control their weight, For pregnant mothers, it is good to eat an apple half an hour before lunch and dinner. For pregnant mothers who do not need to control their weight, they can eat it half an hour after meals.

3. Eating apples after dinner will not be conducive to digestion, because eating too much will cause fructose to be converted into fat and accumulate in the body, and gastrointestinal motility will be slow at night, and the oxidized and spoiled substances of apples will accumulate in the body. The intestinal tract can cause pregnant mothers to experience gas and bloating symptoms.

4. Try to eat apples after breakfast and before the afternoon, either half an hour before or half an hour after a meal. As the saying goes, apples in the morning are golden apples, apples at noon are silver apples, and apples in the evening are copper apples. Therefore, it is recommended that pregnant mothers should eat apples in the morning. In addition, people with poor gastrointestinal problems are best not to eat apples on an empty stomach in the morning, because the fruit acid contained in apples mixed with gastric acid will increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract.

What are the benefits of eating apples during pregnancy?

1. After pregnancy, pregnant mothers are prone to constipation because their intestines and stomach are squeezed by the uterus. The dietary fiber content in apples reaches 1.2%, which can effectively stimulate the secretion of gastric acid and promote intestinal tract metabolism. Peristalsis can promote food digestion and form feces, which can relieve the symptoms of constipation to a certain extent, so it is especially suitable for pregnant mothers.

2. Apples are rich in zinc, carbohydrates, vitamins and other nutrients, which are beneficial to the brain development of the fetus. Moreover, if pregnant mothers often eat apples during pregnancy, it will help The baby's skin becomes white and tender.

3. Eating apples during pregnancy can also relieve symptoms of nausea, morning sickness, and loss of appetite caused by early pregnancy reactions. For obese pregnant mothers, regular eating of apples can effectively control the weight of themselves and their fetuses. , conducive to future childbirth.

Although apples have many benefits, due to their high sugar content, pregnant mothers should not eat them excessively to avoid causing gestational diabetes. In addition to apples, you should also eat more other fruits. Each fruit has its own unique effects and functions. Therefore, pregnant mothers should try to have a diversified diet and a balanced and comprehensive diet during pregnancy. This will be beneficial to their own health and the health of the fetus. Development is the best.

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