6.
Balanced nutrition during pregnancy
As the quantities of nutrients listed above can be supplied in a comprehensive, balanced diet,
with the exception of folic acid and iodine, all pregnant women do not require vitamin
supplements.
A comprehensive, balanced diet is one that:
• includes all product groups;
• includes healthy products from each product group;
• contains a selection of foods from each product group;
• preferably contains seasonal fruit, berries and vegetables;
• preferably contains local foods, especially vegetables and fruit; and
• contains the recommended foods in the quantities defined for each individual on the basis
of weight, level of physical activity and possible metabolic problems.
Cereals should preferably be wholegrain products, which should constitute more than half and
preferably more of all the cereals consumed. Wholegrain products and potatoes are sources of
complex carbohydrates and contain significant amounts of vitamins, minerals and fibre. Large
quantities of fats and oils should be avoided in their preparation (e.g. deep-‐fried potatoes).
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