Preventing Anemia During Pregnancy

Anemia in the first trimester

In the first trimester of pregnancy many red blood cells are used in the formation of the fetus so for those of you who have a history of anemia increases greater than with other pregnant women. In Indonesia seven out of ten women who are pregnant anemic either of the history of congenital disease before pregnancy.

The increase in the second trimester of pregnancy, which are caused due to an unbalanced diet in the first trimester are a lot of health problems such as denial of food intake resulting from the reduction of appetite, nausea and vomiting. Whereas in early pregnancy iron is needed doubled, lack of nutrition factors to be considered. The amount of calories, protein, fat, vitamins and minerals must be fulfilled.

In addition, for those who experience recurrent pregnancy in the near future at a higher risk in improving anemia, this happens because the iron stores more quickly used before your condition recovering from a previous pregnancy. At the age of adolescent high-risk pregnancies and the depressed state (stress) before and during pregnancy.

Symptoms of anemia that may be experienced by pregnant women is characterized by the presence of characteristic feature of experiencing reduced appetite and therefore contributes to reduced stamina, you are more susceptible to infections, sudden dizzy view, some parts of the body such as nails, face, eyelids and lips looked pale. Under conditions of severe anemia fairly weak result in shortness of breath and heart. Anemia resulting in reduced body power caused by the presence of iron dwindling effect on white blood cells so that the forces against microorganisms is reduced. For those office workers the possibility of the symptoms is difficulty focusing. Anemia is very dangerous if left in pregnant women.

The risk of premature babies, miscarriages, birth defects and so on. So it is not only threatened the health of the fetus but also the health of expectant mothers in danger. For those of you who actively work every day are advised to pay attention to nutrition during pregnancy.

Here's how you can take during pregnancy to avoid anemia:

1. Increase consumption of foods that help treat anemia with iron as derived from red meat, poultry and fish. Vegetables that have dark green leaves, nuts and eggs.
2. Consumption of vitamin C to help the absorption of iron such as fruits, oranges, strawberries, kiwi and tomato.
3. Choosing foods with a high content of folic acid such as green leafy vegetables, breads, cereals, dried beans, salmon.
4. Milk will help relieve the symptoms of milk anemia. Drink regularly during the day and night.
5. Consult with your doctor if you experience severe anemia enough so you are advised to consume supleman iron / folate or vitamin.
6. Blood tests are one way for you to know the extent to which reduced hemoglobin content in the body, unisex examination for mengetahuo hematocrit percentage of red blood cells until taken. So that the doctor will determine the cause of the anemia that you experienced.

Food Prevention Anemia During Pregnancy 
Anemia during pregnancy is associated with increased risk of premature birth and low birth weight babies. Add foods rich in vitamin C to increase iron absorption and avoid anemia. Should not eat foods that will reduce iron absorption such as tea and coffee. Calcium in milk will also reduce the absorption of iron. Should drink between meals. Here are eight nutritious foods you should include in your diet to treat or prevent anemia.

• Bananas are a source of food that is rich in iron and minerals. Eating bananas at breakfast is an ideal choice to treat or prevent anemia during pregnancy.


• Dates are able to increase the production of hemoglobin that is useful to carry oxygen to the fetus. It is recommended to take two grains of dates at breakfast and lunch.


• Broccoli is a green leafy vegetables should not be avoided, especially when you are pregnant. Broccoli is rich in vitamins, iron and folate.


• The inclusion of red meat in the diet helps to get enough iron to combat anemia during pregnancy. Source of iron is absorbed more efficiently than red meat than vegetable sources of iron.


• Spinach is a staple food while pregnant. Spinach is an important source of iron and folate to combat anemia during pregnancy.


• The yolk contains iron needed by the body. Eating an egg will help you maintain hemoglobin remained normal for iron-very reasonably needed by the body.


• Shellfish is food in the top list that contains iron. If you are craving seafood during pregnancy, clams is the right choice. Besides delicious mussels can also cope with anemia.


• Honey. if you have anemia during pregnancy drink honey. Honey is a rich source of iron. Honey can be taken raw or mixed with dried fruits or nuts.