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The math and science of weight loss - part 1
It is Friday evening. I am looking forward to dancing — no, not a social event, but the Zumba dance class I religiously go to twice a week. Most of my classmates are women in their thirties and forties, making an effort to bring in some rhythm and zing into their life. Some of them recently delivered a baby, and were eager to lose some pregnancy related fat.
Maternity benefits - Are they really reaching the needy?
An article "The Hindu" today (29th November 2018) which examines the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Mathru Vandana Yojana in the state of Jharkhand. The survey was conducted by research students in two blocks of Jharkhand and spread over 12 villages. After conducting interviews of around 98 pregnant women the group realised the scheme seemed to be achieving very little especially in Jharkhand
Nuts during pregnancy
Nuts - Dried fruits - As discomfort becomes more common during the third trimester, it's important to eat frequently. Nuts are a great source of protein and heart-healthy fats and make a great snack since they're easy to store.
Beans - an excellent source of fiber and protein during pregnancy
We have already talked about the importance of proteins in our earlier newsletters. Today we are going to be talking about beans.
Dairy products during pregnancy
Dairy products are a great source of proteins. The pregnant woman should take care of the amount of protein in their diet. Dairy products contain two types of high-quality protein: casein and whey. Dairy is the best dietary source of calcium and provides high amounts of phosphorus, various B-vitamins, magnesium and zinc.
Vitamin C during pregnancy
Vitamin C is also called ascorbic acid. It is essential for tissue repair, wound healing, bone growth and repair, and healthy skin.
1.Proteins during pregnancy
Approximately 300 extra calories are needed daily to maintain a healthy pregnancy. These calories should come from a balanced diet of protein, carbohydrates, fats, and vitamins. Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains should be the primary source of nutrition and sweets and fats should be kept to a minimum.
Moong dal Pesarrattu
This month we will be sharing with you the recipe for Moong dal dosa or Pesarattu. The cereal and pulse combination makes this recipe a good source of quality protein. Read about proteins during pregnancy here
Recipe - Moong dal dosa or Pesarrattu
These thin, crisp dosas made of moong dal and rice make a terrific breakfast, especially during your first trimester. These are also called as Pesarattu in Telugu.
You can add parboiled rice to the recipe to make it more nutritious and to increase the fiber content.
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