Consumption of milk during pregnancy

It is recommended to consume cow's milk during pregnancy as it is rich in calcium, a very important mineral for the good growth and development of the baby and therefore it is advised that during pregnancy the woman takes an average of 800 ml to 1 liter of cow's milk per day.

Those who cannot consume so much milk can substitute calcium-rich foods such as Greek natural yogurt and cheese, for example, the important thing is to guarantee the intake of about 1 gram of calcium per day.

To enhance the absorption of calcium by the body, it is necessary to increase the consumption of foods rich in vitamin D such as canned or fresh sardines and to be exposed to the sun for at least 15 minutes a day, in the morning.

Does drinking milk in pregnancy make you fat?

Drinking milk in pregnancy is only fattening if the woman does not follow a balanced diet. Each glass of pure cow's milk has an average of 100 calories and if it is recommended to consume at least 4 glasses a day, pure milk will not be able to represent a significant weight gain as long as the woman is eating properly.

milk

Coffee with milk

Is drinking coffee with milk bad for you?

Drinking coffee with milk in pregnancy is not harmful, as coffee does not reduce the amount of calcium absorbed by the intestine. However, the maximum caffeine limit that can be taken per day in order not to harm the health of the mother or baby is 200 mg, which corresponds to 300 ml of coffee.