Hi mommies,
I chanced upon the following info which i think is very very useful esp for mama who has MS :
Food Facts
* The leaves of fenugreek help in blood formation.
* Lettuce contains a considerable amount of iron and the body easily absorbs the iron in it.
* Spinach is a valuable source of high-grade iron.
* Soyabean is rich in iron and also has a high protein value.
* Beetroot has a high iron content
* Almond is a good source of copper, which along with iron and vitamins, acts as a catalyst in the synthesis of aemoglobin.
* Black sesame seeds are a rich source of iron.
* Honey contains iron, copper, and manganese and therefore is good for building haemoglobin.
* Refined foods like white bread, polished rice, sugar and desserts rob the body the body of its much-needed iron.
* Sprouted seeds and beans are rich in minerals and vitamins.
* Sunlight stimulates the production of red blood cells.
* Green leafy vegetables, oranges, potatoes and lentils are rich in potassium.
* Milk and milk products, green vegetables, sesame seeds, almonds, oats and walnuts are rich sources of calcium.
Foods to avoid
* Canned food - can cause food poisoning
* Fish in general, especially fresh water fis
* Coffee and tea
* Alcohol
* Greasy or heavily spiced foods.
* Junk food with lots of calories and too few nutrients.
* Cut down on salt as this can cause water retention and high BP complications especially in the last trimester.
If you suffer from morning sickness: -
* Eat small amounts more frequently.
* Drink lots of fluids.
* Try nibbling on dry biscuits or toast early in the morning or when you feel sick.
* Find foods that suit you and a time for eating that suits you and slick to it.
* Eat light foods that are digested fast.
Exercise regularly.