The scientific explanation for a pregnant woman's weight gain

Pregnancy

Pregnancy is achieved by the sperm coming from the male fertilization of the egg after it is produced by the ovaries through the ovulation process, and then the fertilized egg moves to the uterus to settle and implant on the uterine wall, as the successful implantation of of the fertilized egg Contribute to the occurrence of pregnancy, the rate of pregnancy reaches 40 weeks, but there are many factors that affect pregnancy, as women who know of their pregnancy early and receive appropriate care at the right time get a healthy pregnancy, a healthy birth and also a healthy child Knowing what is expected during pregnancy helps in monitoring both the health of the mother and the child, and in this article we will talk about the scientific explanation for the weight gain of a pregnant woman.

The scientific explanation for pregnant weight gain

One of the phrases most prevalent among women, which is the first advice for a pregnant woman to "eat for two people," but this phrase is literally wrong. Rather, it is intended to obtain the necessary nutrients for the child and her, as the natural increase of the pregnant woman is approximately 11 to 16 kilograms. For normal weights before pregnancy, and the following is the scientific explanation for increasing the weight of a pregnant woman:

• The weight of the pregnant woman increases as a result of the growth and the increase in the weight of the child, in the end it weighs between 3 to 3.6 kg.
• The weight of a pregnant woman increases due to an increase in the size of the chest, as it increases by about 0.5 to 1.4 kg.
• The weight of the pregnant woman increases due to an increase in the size of the uterus, as it increases its weight by about 0.9 kg.
• The weight of the pregnant woman increases due to the formation of the placenta, where the placenta weighs approximately 0.7 kg.
• The weight of a pregnant woman increases due to the presence of amniotic fluid , as this fluid weighs approximately 0.9 kg.
• The weight of a pregnant woman increases due to an increase in the volume of blood, as the volume of blood weighs between 1.4 to 1.8 kg.
• The weight of the pregnant woman increases due to an increase in the volume of liquids, as the liquid weighs between 0.9 and 1.4 kg.
• The weight of a pregnant woman increases due to an increase in fat mass, as fat increases by approximately 2.7 to 3.6 kg.

Is it healthy to gain weight for a pregnant woman

Weight gain within the normal limit for a pregnant woman is normal and healthy, as weight gain less than recommended during pregnancy has been linked to the birth of the baby in a very small size, so the birth of the child in a small size makes it difficult to breastfeed in the beginning, in addition to that. An increase in his risk of developing diseases and also a delay in his growth and development, and on the other hand, an increase in weight above the normal limit during pregnancy has been linked to the birth of a large child, as the large size of the child may lead to complications in childbirth, Caesarean delivery a> Or suffers from obesity during childhood, and this is not limited to the infant only, but an increase in weight beyond the normal limit leads to the accumulation of weight in the mother after birth, which causes obesity. ^sup>

How to Limit Excessive Weight of Pregnancy

The doctor may advise a pregnant woman who is exposed to excessive weight gain during pregnancy to adhere to some guidelines, as these guidelines contribute to limiting weight gain and maintaining the weight within the normal limit, and the following is how to limit the excessive weight gain of the pregnant woman: < sup>

• You should avoid eating whole milk products , as a pregnant woman needs to eat at least 4 servings of milk products, so you should use less or no fat To reduce the amount of calories and fat, additionally eat cheese and yogurt that is low in or no fat.
• Avoid eating prepared foods, and if they are eaten, choose low-fat foods like boiled chicken breast sandwich with tomatoes and lettuce, eat a salad with a low-fat dressing and eat grilled potatoes, in addition to that avoid eating fried potatoes and the rest Fried foods.
• Limit sugary or sweet drinks including soda, fruit drinks, iced tea, sweetened lemonade and energy drinks, and replace them with water, carbonated water or mineral water .
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• Do not add salt to food when cooking, as salt causes fluid retention in the body.
• Limit snacks that are high in calories and sugar and few in nutritional value, including: biscuits, sweets, donuts, cakes and chips, and replace them with fresh fruit or low-fat milk.
• Use fats in moderation, including cooking oils, butter, ghee , sauce, mayonnaise, salad dressing, sour cream and cream cheese.
• Moderate exercise, such as walking and swimming, as they are considered safe sports for pregnant women. It is best to consult a doctor about the appropriate exercise before starting.

Tips for pregnant women to control weight during pregnancy

Adherence to tips and guidelines to reduce weight gain during pregnancy may be a challenge for the mother, especially for women who have not previously felt a strong desire to eat carbohydrates throughout their life, in addition to urging people to eat them by two people. Pregnancy:

• Maintain a healthy weight before starting pregnancy.
• Eat moderately.
• Drink as much water as possible.
• Reducing cravings for food, a condition called cravings, and is curbed by eating protein and healthy fats.
• Choose complex carbohydrates over simple carbohydrates like brown bread, brown rice and quinoa.
• Take a simple walk by walking for 10 minutes for 30 days, then add another 10 minutes.
• For women athletes, avoid dangerous sports and practice sports such as walking, jogging and aerobics.
• Indulgences can be achieved, for example, by eating ice cream once a week.

 

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2. ↑ "Pregnancy weight gain: Whats healthy?", www.mayoclinic.org, Retrieved 2020-05-05. Edited.
3. ↑ "Weight Gain During Pregnancy", www.cdc.gov, Retrieved 2020-05-05. Edited.
4. ↑ "Gain Weight Safely During Your Pregnancy", www.webmd.com, Retrieved 2020-05-05. Edited.
5. ↑ "10 ways to avoid gaining too much pregnancy weight", www.babycenter.com, Retrieved 2020-05-05. Edited.