Food Nutrition to Reduce Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy

In early pregnancy, nausea and vomiting are often complained by pregnant women. Hormones in the body that increase dramatically trigger the nausea and vomiting which are frequently experienced by Mommy during pregnancy. If this happens continuously, it will cause uncomfortable condition for Mommy in performing daily activities while undergoing pregnancy.

The following foods and nutrients which may reduce nausea and vomiting in pregnancy:

1. Foods containing protein and carbohydrates; nausea can be handled by consuming foods which contain protein and carbohydrates such as bread, potatoes, biscuits, vegetables, and fruit. The food ingredients should not be fried because the oil can cause nausea and vomiting. The food can be steamed or boiled before consumption to reduce nausea.
2. Foods containing vitamin B6 may reduce nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Vitamin B6 can be obtained from foods such as beans, vegetables, and fruits.
3. Folic acid is good for reducing nausea as well as to the growth of the fetus. According to research in Indonesia, folic acid content can be found in chicken liver, seaweed, and soybeans. Folic acid is recommended to be consumed 300 milligrams per day. In addition to preventing nausea and vomiting for pregnant women, folic acid is also good for the development of the brain and the body of the fetus in the womb.

Nutrient content in foods which can reduce nausea and vomiting may also be obtained by consuming PRENAGEN emesis containing complete nutrition, such as Protein, Vitamin B6, DHA, and Folic Acid, which are good to be consumed during pregnancy. PRENAGEN emesis has clinically been proven to reduce nausea and vomiting during pregnancy up to 80%.