Mid-pregnancy Dietary Principles Mothers-to-be in this period should strengthen the supplementation of protein, folic acid, iron, calcium and zinc. In mid-pregnancy, the mother-to-be’s demand for protein increases rapidly, and she should consume more protein, preferably half of animal protein and half of vegetable protein, such as meat, fish, eggs, milk, soybeans and soybean products, etc. The fetus develops rapidly, and the mother-to-be gains weight rapidly. Fetus develops rapidly, and the weight of the mother-to-be in this period increases rapidly. At this time, the mother-to-be should supplement enough calories and nutrients to meet the needs of her own rapid growth and that of the fetus. Of course, the mother-to-be should not eat too much without restriction, so as not to overburden the body, and may also lead to the occurrence of various diseases. During this period of time, the diet should be a combination of meat and vegetables, coarse and fine, and diversified food varieties. Avoid picky eating, partiality, to prevent the lack of minerals and trace elements. Avoid excessive intake of high-calorie, high-protein foods to prevent the phenomenon of rapid weight gain. Mothers-to-be should also pay proper attention to supplementing iron-rich foods, such as animal liver, blood and beef, to prevent iron-deficiency anemia. At the same time, supplementation of vitamin C can also increase the absorption of iron. In addition, mothers-to-be have an increased need for calcium during this period and should consume more calcium-containing foods, such as milk, soy products, shrimp and seaweed. Finally, it is also important to consume adequate amounts of zinc. If the fetus does not get enough zinc, it will affect the growth of bones, cause intrauterine developmental delays, and reduce the immunity of the fetus. There are many foods containing zinc, such as oysters, meat, animal liver, eggs and seafood. Mid-pregnancy forbidden food 1, spicy hot food These hot and spicy food is easy to consume intestinal water to reduce gastrointestinal secretion, the intestinal tract is easy to become dry, if you do not supplement the water is easy to cause stomach pain, hemorrhoids, constipation. Many expectant mothers like to eat hawthorn, but excessive consumption can make the uterus contraction lead to miscarriage, so eat less. 2.Diets with excitatory effects Expectant mothers who drink a lot of caffeinated beverages and foods will experience nausea, vomiting, headache, rapid heartbeat and other symptoms. It will also enter the fetus through the placenta and affect the development of the fetus. At the same time, tea is rich in caffeine, increasing the burden on the mother-to-be’s heart and kidneys, which is not conducive to the healthy development of the fetus. 3, monosodium glutamate (MSG) MSG is usually a very common condiment, but mid-pregnancy mothers-to-be should pay attention to eat less or not eat. MSG intake will consume a lot of zinc, if not supplemented, is not conducive to the development of the fetal nervous system. 4, ginseng, cinnamon and other supplements Chinese medicine believes that most of the mother-to-be yin and blood deficiency, the consumption of ginseng will cause gas yin depletion, aggravate the pregnancy reaction, edema and high blood pressure. Cinnamon is warm and pungent, which makes it easy for mothers-to-be to move their blood and fetus after consuming it. So mid-pregnancy moms-to-be should not eat. 5, food containing additives Canned food contains additives and contraindications, is to lead to teratogenesis and miscarriage of the risk factors, so pregnant mothers should stay away from canned food. Doughnuts in the production process of adding alum, is a kind of aluminum-containing inorganic substances, aluminum can be invaded through the placenta to the fetus.