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Scaling the Pyramid: Eating Right During Pregnancy
Lindsay Leider • Apr 06, 2019
This isn't the pyramid you learned about in grade school.
by LINDSAY LEIDER, CNM, APRN
Certified Nurse Midwife & Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
As much as possible, you should incorporate a balance of healthy foods in your diet. The best way to do this is by following the food pyramid listed below. Note: This is not necessarily the same food "pyramid" you learned about in grade school.
The Foundation: Vegetables
At least 3-6 servings daily (1 serving is about 1 cup)
Some examples include broccoli, spinach, kale, carrots, peppers, tomatoes, zucchini and squash.
Healthy Fruits
At least 2-5 servings daily (1 serving is about 1 cup)
Some examples include berries of all varieties, bananas, pineapple, grapes and oranges.
Lean Proteins
Around 2-4 servings daily (1 serving is about ¾ cup)
Some examples include beans, edamame, chicken, turkey, eggs and fish.
Unrefined Whole Grains
Around 2-4 servings daily (1 serving is about ½ cup)
Some examples include brown rice, quinoa, sweet potatoes, oats, pita, and whole grain bread.
At the Top: Healthy fats
Around 1-2 servings daily (1 serving is about ¼ cup)
Some examples include avocado, nuts, seeds, and hummus.
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