Pregnancy is a time when a lady just isn’t taking care of herself but of her baby as well. The foetus inside needs all the nutrition a born does. So, one needs to take all kinds of nutrients and vitamins. Most of us know about fruits and vegetables but what about dry fruits? Should one include them in the diet too? Which ones are good for your foetus which one aren’t. Are you aware? Well, if you aren’t we are here for that particular work only. We all have the basic knowledge about best foods for pregnancy. Let’s now get you some real knowledge on dry fruits to be included in your pregnancy diet.

Which Dry Fruits are Best for Pregnant Women?

If you are pregnant then you might already be following a special pregnancy diet plan , dry fruits are also utterly essential during that period. Dried fruits and nuts holds a special place in India. Be it about a festival, like diwali or be it a wedding, nuts are must. These fruits are long lived as dried and is good while you’re pregnant as it’s a great source of protein. But are all dried fruits suitable?
Below are some mentioned dried fruits a pregnant lady should consume, have a look!

Here are top 3 nuts super beneficial for expecting mothers.

 

Almonds (Soaked in water overnight)

 

Almonds are no less than BAE during pregnancy. It has the three essential elements I.e protein, iron and vitamins required by every pregnant body. An ounce of almonds get a pregnant body 1 milligram of Iron, 75 milligrams of calcium, 14 micro grams of folic acid, 3.5 grams of fiber and 6 grams of protein. See how healthy is almond for you and your baby. In addition to this fat content in almond is unsaturated and thus expecting mothers can have them with no worries about their health.

Why Soak Almonds in Water?

The brown peel of the almonds are hard to digest which doesn’t allow the body to absorb nutrients at it’s most. After being overnight in water, soaked even the meat of it becomes easy to digest. Also, the peels are removed easily. It tastes good and becomes soft.

Health Benefits Of Almonds

• It controls cholesterol
• Helps in brain development of the foetus
• Saves one from cardiac issues
• Gives you healthy skin
• Boosts one’s immunity
• Helps control blood pressure
• Prevents cancer
• Provides many nutritious elements
• Provides energy

Figs

 

Calcium and Iron, another important element an expecting mom requires, which fig has the ability to fulfill. Not just this but also it fulfil the daily need of potassium, magnesium and phosphorus. Just a cup of fig can fulfil about 10 percent of the total iron need of the body.

Health Benefits of Figs

• They are natural sugar
• Completes the calcium requirement of the body
• Boosts digestion
• Contributes to one’s healthy diet
• Decreases morning sickness
• Good for hypertension
• Contains omega 3

Walnuts

 

Walnuts just don’t look nice but also taste great and also are known as the powerhouse of the nutrition. Also this is one of the oldest known dried fruit on earth. They are great for an appetizers and also goof for desserts. For the once conceiving it is a blessing as it includes Omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, vitamins and proteins. It is nutritious and completely safe for pregnant ladies. Also it fulfills the daily requirements of antioxidants. Since they are so rich in things they should be consumed in limit. Overeating can end up upsetting your stomach.

Health Benefits of Walnut

• Eye and Brain development
• Proper foetus growth
• Give you good sleep
• Help boosts metabolism
• Is a great astringen
• Improves heart functioning
• Helps in weight management
• Lights up the mood

Know you know the best foods for pregnancy? So what are you still thinking of? Do you have these three dry fruits with you, in your kitchen? If not, why not go grab some from the supermarket? They really are good for your health. Much in limit and stay healthy.