It can be difficult to navigate the menu restaurant when you are pregnant. You may be greedy - or nausea. You are not fully in control of what (or how) the chef cook. But if you learn about nutrition considerations specific to pregnant women and careful, eating out can be a treat it was meant to be.
By Bonnie RochmanReviewed by nutritionists Eleana Kaidanian and
You will find many good options for expecting mothers in a Mexican restaurant, but many bombs nutrition as well. (Chips Sour Cream Melted cheese !!!) It is easy to excessive carbohydrate and saturated fat
The best bet :. Tacos and burritos with protein-packed beans and roasted vegetables is a great choice. Choose black or pinto beans over the refried, which can be cooked with lard. Say yes to avocado and salsa (pico de gallo, especially, are only chopped fresh vegetables). Taco salad could be better; ask to be served in lettuce instead of a taco shell. And Caldos - warm broth-based soup with chicken, fish, or beef - delicious and nutritious
Avoid: Anything slathered with cheese and sour cream .. Limit yourself to a few chips, which are high in calories, salt and fat. Also, some soft cheeses found in Mexican cuisine, such as, can be made with unpasteurized milk, which makes them safe to eat during pregnancy. (Version pasteurization of milk on the market and very safe -. But in a restaurant, it's hard to know what you get)
Chinese restaurant offers many pregnancy-friendly option if you're thoughtful about booking. In order for grain brown rice (have more fiber than white) and steamed or stir-fry and vegetable proteins instead of high-fat, fried dishes
Best bets :. Start with a steamed vegetable dumplings or wonton soup (if not fried wontons). To give a boost nutrition your baby, choose entrees with generous amounts of vegetables, such as chicken and beef with broccoli or snow peas. Bok choy with tofu contains high-quality protein and calcium. Asked for low-sodium soy sauce and a plate with minimal to avoid additional salt
Avoid :. Egg drop soup, such as eggs may not be fully cooked. Lo Mein high in sodium and fat, and a crowd-pleaser chicken General Tso is fried. , Also avoid or orange chicken dish topped with a thick, sweet sauce, which means a lot of sugar
Some women expect to avoid places Japan solely because one item off-limits :. But with all kinds of light and tasty selection, Japan may be one of the most pregnant healthy cuisine and friendly
The best bet :. Sushi rolls made with cooked seafood, such as eel, or vegetables like avocado or cucumber. California rolls made with imitation crab (it was actually cooked fish, often Pollack) safe. Tamago (omelet over rice) or gomae spinach (cooked thick tower of leafy greens) is a great choice. Bento box with chicken teriyaki or beef, rice, vegetables, and miso soup was fine too. Asked for low-sodium soy sauce - you will not be able to feel the difference
Avoid :. Sashimi (raw fish rice), salad poke (raw tuna cubes), and display the raw fish sushi rolls. Although safe and delicious tempura, go easy. The batter coating negate calorie healthy vegetables in
Italy is the go-to comfort food for many pregnant women - and it can be tasty and healthy if you're picky. Get the mix green salad to start, and ordered a pasta dish which had vegetables
Best bets :. Pasta with marinara sauce, meat sauce, or seafood. (Make sure the mussels and clams had been cooked until their shells open.) Ravioli usually come in smaller portions and are often filled with pureed vegetables, making it a good choice. A wood-fired pizza is too large, as long as it is not loaded with tons of cheese
Avoid :. Fettuccini and other pasta with Alfredo sauce. It felt heavenly but sky-high in saturated fat. Like, prosciutto - dry-cured Italian ham - not necessarily on your plate because it can harbor listeria. And if you order a Caesar salad, make sure no sauce made with traditional raw egg.
Heat, taste, and a strong aromatic make Thai food crave-worthy. And you'll find lots of healthy items to choose from
The best bet :. Dishes with lots of vegetables and healthy protein such as lettuce with chicken and stir-fries with vegetables and tofu, chicken, or beef. Start with a fresh spring rolls wrapped in rice paper or tom yum goong (hot and sour soup). Blows over health benesuitable pad Thai with ordering additional protein (chicken, shrimp, or tofu), but leaves of bean sprouts or make sure they are cooked to avoid
Avoid :. Papaya salad. When unripe, the fruit contains a substance that can trigger uterine contractions. Go easy on the Thai curry - they are thickened with a rich coconut milk, which is high in saturated fat and calories. Similar to the popular tom ka gai soup (chicken in coconut milk). Some of the Thai dishes are wet with sweet sauce, so ask for less sauce or have it on the side. And if you order a Thai iced tea with condensed milk, think of it as dessert, not a drink.
There's a reason the Mediterranean diet was held as the gold standard for nutrition. It focuses on grains, vegetables, beans, and - all good for the expecting mother and growing baby
Best bets: Hummus and lentils are packed with fiber and protein (hummus get extra calcium from tahini, too). , Bulgur, the main ingredient in tabouli, is a great way to get your whole grains, plus it's full of parsley, which is rich in lutein. Grilled chicken or lamb kabobs, served with a side salad, is another good choice
Avoid :. Gyro sandwich. They can be made with a very high fat meat and fat content rises when it was doused in rich tzatziki (yogurt, cucumber and olive oil sauce). A better bet is the souvlaki, made from roasted or grilled chunks of meat and vegetables leaner. Do not go overboard on the food wrapped in phyllo dough (like baklava and spanakopita) -. It was a high-fat
American cuisine ranges far and wide. While the restaurant classics like cheeseburgers, fries, and milkshakes are not winners of nutrition for expecting mothers, there is usually a decent assortment of items on the menu worth ordering
The best bet :. A grilled chicken or portobello mushroom sandwich, or add salmon or chicken for a salad dish (get sauce on the side). Hamburgers made from lean beef provides iron you so desperately need during pregnancy, but it remains yours for a quarter of a pound of meat. Many restaurants serve half a pound or more
Avoid :. Fried chicken, french fries, and fried mozzarella sticks (do you see a pattern here?). You do not need saturated fat. Hot dogs and bacon made with nitrates, so it's best to limit them. Club sandwich with cold deli meat can harbor. And sundaes and shakes full of calories and sugar, making them occasionally.
You might think the cream sauce and lots of oil, but this Southeast Asian cuisine also offers a lot of good choices for health-conscious pregnant women
The best bet :. Tandoori dish usually features chicken or other meat marinated in yogurt and spices, then baked. Roast chicken tikka is another healthy choice. dal lentil-based high in fiber and a source of iron and folic acid. aloo gobi is both pretty and good for you. The yellow color comes from turmeric and other spices antioxidants. Chana masala is a good vegetarian selection. Beans - the main ingredient - is a good source of protein. Mango Lassi is delicious and packed with vitamin C and A. Ask for one with less sugar - you can always add to the taste
Avoid: Heavy, rich curry .. (The popular chicken tikka masala laden with cream, butter and calories.) and pakoras taste great, but they are golden brown color comes courtesy of frying. Samosa stuffed with spiced vegetables or potatoes is a better choice.
Although they tend temple to excess, steakhouses serve up some great dishes for expecting mothers. Do not think of steak from the menu of your pregnancy. Red meat is one of the best sources, an important nutrient for mothers-to-be
Best bets: Petite filet mignon provide a healthy dose of iron without the saturated fat of hefty rib eye. (With their ample marbling, rib eye which is arguably the worst choice.) There is a carnivore? Fish are often offered at steakhouses, and salmon, with omega-3 fatty acids are heart-healthy, is the choice
Avoid:., Like swordfish. Check the Caesar salad was not made with raw eggs. And skip the fat add-ons such as dropping a dollop of butter on top of the steak. Instead of buttery mashed potatoes or potatoes au gratin, have warm baked potato with butter and sour cream on the side.
French cuisine is famous for a rich sauce and caramel cream, which can be high in saturated fat are expecting mothers do not have to. But France also knows the taste - and how to make vegetables, fish, chicken, and beefdelicious
The best bet :. Bordelaise and other wine-based sauce (the alcohol cooks off) lighter than the cream sauce enriched. Ratatouille is a cinch, with its delicious combination of tomatoes, eggplant, and zucchini. An elegant poached pears are a good pick for dessert
Avoid :. Hollandaise, béchamel and sauce béarnaise (loaded with butter), cream casserole au gratin potatoes (packed with butter and cream), and pommes frites (french fries elegant only). For more nutrition with less fat, choose vegetables sauteed or regular potatoes instead. Make sure pasteurized soft cheeses such as Brie, and skip the pate, which can harbor. Check with your doctor before having a glass of wine with dinner.
The most important meal of the day! Set yourself right with a nutritious combination of protein and grains
The best bet :. The scrambled eggs were nice, but the omelet with lots of vegetables better. Add whole wheat bread and some fresh fruit on the side. Oatmeal with fruit giving goodness of whole grains and fiber. Sprinkle walnuts on top for protein, antioxidants, and omega-3. If you order pancakes, nutrition boost by choosing buckwheat or wheat flour and sugar syrup limit cut (try adding fruit for sweetness). The coffee was fine, although no more than 16 ounces, to avoid
Avoid :. Breakfast offerings that resembles the desserts, such as pancakes and french toast slathered with sweet sauce, whipped cream and fruit toppings. The same applies to butter croissants and chocolate chip muffins (bran or carrot muffins can be high in calories but often have more nutrients). Meat and sausages often contain a lot of sodium nitrate.
Marcella Gates is a writer and editor based in Northern California.






















































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