6 Essential Foods to Include in your Post- Baby Diet

As a new mother it is important you continue taking care of yourself as you did during your pregnancy.

Although you are no longer eating for two, you still need healthy superfoods to recover after delivery.

Eggs

Eggs are full of protein. Make your favourite version of eggs for breakfast every day or for a light dinner. Eggs are also rich in vitamin B2, B5, B12 and A. Your body will also love them as they have high percentage of vitamin K, E, D, B6.

Leafy Greens

 A mother should take a diet which is full of leafy veggies as they are rich in plant oxidants, vitamin C, iron, vitamin A, fibre and calcium.

Load up on kale, mustard greens, spinach, broccoli, beans and seasonal veggies. Just ensure that your greens are fresh and properly washed.

If you don’t like having veggies, try eating them as salads or in soups, or in your sandwiches.

 Dry Fruits, Nuts and Seeds

 Munch on dry fruits and nuts when you feel hungry between meals. They are full of essential vitamins, zinc, calcium, fiber and copper. They can highly help you to recover in your period after delivery. You can also put them in smoothies or milkshakes.

Almonds, cashews, raisins. Walnuts, apricots, prunes fuel your body with good energy.

You should also try to eat seeds like flax seeds, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds in your everyday diet.

Ensure to eat everything in moderation.

Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolates are full of antioxidants. It is okay to indulge in these tasty treats in moderation once in a while.

Lean Meat

One of the best foods which will help your body recover after delivery is lean meat. Lean meats are rich in iron, proteins and Vitamin B12 and also low in calories and fat.

Ensure that you wash your hands and utensils which have come in contact with the meat. Wash and cook the meat properly and don’t reheat cooked meat more than once.

Blueberries 

Enjoy the goodness of blueberries in desserts, pancakes, smoothies or consume them fresh. They are an excellent alternative to unhealthy and sugary foods.

These berries are loaded with carbs, vitamins, minerals and are a great source of antioxidants. They keep a check on your heart’s health, maintain bone strength and control blood pressure.

Apart from eating well make sure to stay active and happy. Pamper yourself and enjoy this new, beautiful phase in your life.

 

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