What fruits are suitable to eat during the 5th month of pregnancy?

What fruits are suitable to eat during the 5th month of pregnancy? Pregnancy nutrition guide and popular fruit recommendations

With the popularization of the concept of healthy eating, nutrition during pregnancy has become a hot topic on social platforms in the past 10 days. This article combines popular discussions and nutritional advice on the Internet to compile scientific fruit intake guidelines for expectant mothers in the second trimester (5 months).

1. The importance of fruit intake in the second trimester

In the 5th month of pregnancy, the fetus enters a period of rapid fetal development, and it is necessary to increase the daily caloric intake by 300kcal. Fruits provide vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber that help:

• Prevent anemia in pregnancy (vitamin C promotes iron absorption)

• Relieve constipation (effect of dietary fiber)

• Promote fetal nervous system development (nutrients such as folic acid)

2. Recommendation of TOP3 popular fruits of the season

1.kiwi: Recently, the topic "Fruit during Pregnancy" on Douyin has been viewed 230 million times. New Zealand Zespri kiwi fruit has become a hit due to its sweet and sour taste, and its vitamin C content is three times that of oranges.

2.blueberry: Xiaohongshu’s notes have increased by 42% in the past 7 days. Experts recommend that its antioxidants may be effective in preventing stretch marks.

3.coconut water: Weibo hot search #pregnant women drink coconut water # has been read more than 100 million times. Natural electrolytes are suitable for hydration in summer, but you need to pay attention to sugar control.

3. Special reminder from nutritionists

1.time control: It is recommended to consume fruits between meals to avoid affecting the nutrient absorption of the main meal.

2.diversity principle: Consume at least 5 fruits of different colors every week

3.special situation: Gestational diabetes patients should give priority to low GI fruits (such as cherries, pears)

4. Recommended combinations tested by netizens

Organized based on Zhihu’s popular questions and answers:

•Anti-constipation package: Dragon fruit + yogurt (82,000 likes)

•Iron supplement combination: Orange + Chelizi (140 million Weibo topic views)

•Relieve morning sickness: Frozen grapes + mint leaves (Xiaohongshu collection: 37,000)

Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is from June 1 to June 10, 2023, which combines the popularity index of Douyin, Weibo, Xiaohongshu and other platforms. Please follow your doctor’s advice for specific dietary plans.