Diet Recommendations for Pregnancy with Low B12 and Iron - #50439

Plz tell B12 and iron values –most important thing u must have to know -Because you’re already deficient:– - Do NOT rely only on food. Take: Iron supplement daily B12 daily Folic acid daily -Recheck levels after 8–10 weeks. -Untreated low B12 can affect baby’s brain development. -Untreated low iron can cause severe anemia later -----In the 1st trimester, focus on: -Iron-rich foods like spinach, lentils, chickpeas, and sesame seeds. -Add vitamin C (lemon, orange) with meals to improve iron absorption. -Milk, curd, and paneer for B12. -Small, frequent meals to reduce nausea. ----Because your B12 and iron are low, you should take supplements regularly, not occasionally. -In the 2nd trimester, increase protein (dal, paneer, tofu, nuts) as the baby grows. -In the 3rd trimester, continue iron, add more calcium (milk, ragi, sesame), and maintain good protein intake. Avoid tea or coffee near iron meals.