Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy Revised Edition

An updated edition of this definitive guide to dietary health and nutrition for expectant mothersNutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy is a reliable reference for women who want more than just a how to eat guide. Fully revised in a smaller trim size this edition features new menus and recipes as well as the latest findings on how a mother''s nutrition during pregnancy determines her child''s risk for heart disease diabetes hypertension and other diseases later in life. You''ll find clear explanations of--what foods to avoid and why--the role of vitamins and minerals and how to choose the right supplements--how what you eat affects your labor and delivery--dietary guidelines for pregnant women over thirty-five as well as for pregnant teens--how diet helps prevent common problems from morning sickness and food cravings to heartburn and muscle cramps--which foods and nutrients speed your recovery after the baby is born