Pregnancy is a special period in a woman's life. In daily life, each ingredient has its own nutritional value. So, what foods should pregnant women avoid eating?
【Does a cold affect the fetus?】
For a common cold with mild symptoms such as runny nose and sneezing, it does not have much impact on the fetus, and there is no need to take medication. Resting for a few days will make it better.
However, during the early pregnancy period (5-14 weeks), which is the time when the fetus's organs are forming, if you have flu-like symptoms and they are severe, it will have a greater impact on the fetus. Taking medication during this period also poses a greater risk to the fetus.
【What to do if a pregnant woman has a cold】
In the early stages of pregnancy, respiratory function changes. At 18 weeks, the oxygen consumption of pregnant women increases by 10-20% (50% of which is consumed by the fetus).
The lung ventilation also increases by 40% due to the increased demand for oxygen by the pregnant woman and the fetus. This, combined with congestion and edema of the respiratory mucosa in the nose, throat, and trachea, makes upper respiratory tract infections more likely to occur.
Due to the increased demand for oxygen in pregnant women, when respiratory system diseases occur during pregnancy, the condition is more likely to worsen.
【What foods should pregnant women avoid?】
1. Raw legumes: Green beans, lentils, kidney beans, and other legumes can cause poisoning if consumed raw or not thoroughly cooked.
2. Raw soy milk: Raw soybeans contain toxic substances. If you consume uncooked soy milk, it can cause food poisoning.
3. Cassava: The roots, stems, and leaves of cassava all contain poisonous substances. If you eat raw or undercooked cassava or drink its soup, it can cause poisoning. The toxins can cause neurological paralysis and even permanent paralysis.
