Introduction

Nutrition for Special Groups 3(3+0)

Introduction

Pregnancy is a period of enhanced metabolism.. The mothers body absorbs nutrients better and utilizes them better.. The growing fetus requires more nutrients and these along with the mothers needs have to be met from the diet. The nutrients are utilized for the formation of new tissues and organs. Lack of any nutrient compromises the tissue to be formed so that it is either smaller in size or not completely capable of carrying out its functions. Since these critical periods of tissue formation occur throughout pregnancy, it is important to take a nutritious diet throughout pregnancy

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