Your body uses protein to create skin, muscle, hair and bones. In pregnancy we need a little more protein to ensure your body’s health as well as promote appropriate growth in the baby. In pregnancy approx. 75-80 grams daily is suggested. Adequate protein intake in pregnancy can help decrease nausea, reduce headaches, prevent feeling hungry all of a sudden, and reduce dizziness. Below are some great sources of protein.
Food ( serving size)
Chicken/Turkey (3oz)
Steak/Hamburger (3oz)
Pork (3oz)
Egg (1 Lg)
Shrimp (3oz)
Salmon (3oz)
Lobster (3oz)
Pinto Beans (1/2 cup)
Edamame (1.2 cup)
Peanut butter (1 Tbsp)
Almonds/pistachios/sunflower seeds (1 oz)
Greek yogurt (6oz)
Cottage Cheese (4oz)
Milk/Soy milk (1 cup)
String cheese (1 piece)
Protein Grams
25-28gm
26gm/22gm
22gm
6gm
20gm
22gm
16gm
11gm
9gm
7gm
6gm
18gm
14gm
8gm
6gm
