How useful is the lemon?
Those who doubt whether pregnant women can eat lemon will be interested to know what it is called in China. In the Asian country, the citrus fruit is called "limung", which translates as "good for mothers".
Pregnant you can eat one lemon a week. Photo: Getty The beneficial effect on the woman's body is explained by the rich composition, because the lemon contains vitamins A, C, E, P, group B, flavonoids and essential oils, beta-carotene, various salts and metals. All these microelements not only strengthen the immunity of the future mother, but also are useful for the development of the fetus. But, despite the generally restorative and antiviral properties, lemon, like other citrus fruits, should be consumed in moderation during pregnancy. To maintain the immunity of the expectant mother enough to eat just one fruit a week.
Why is pregnant a lemon?
The sunny fruit can help solve a number of problems that arise in a woman in an interesting position:
- Heartburn attacks. Fresh lemon and lemon water reduce the acidity of the stomach and eliminate heartburn.
- Constipation. Thanks to the content of pectin and fiber, the fruit and water with its slice stimulate the digestive process and act as a mild laxative.
- Edema. Tea or hot water with lemon effectively removes excess fluid from the body, eliminating puffiness.
- Belching. Several pieces of lemon will help to cope with eructations, which often occurs during pregnancy.
- Excess weight. Replacing lemon juice with mayonnaise and other fatty sauces, you can reduce the number of calories and keep the figure in the waiting period of the baby.
Another advantage of fruit is the highthe content of ascorbic acid. This substance is useful to the future mother, as it participates in the construction of the bone tissue of the child. Is it possible for pregnant women to have lemon, depends on the general state of health. The use of fruit is contraindicated in chronic diseases of the stomach, allergic reaction to citrus fruits, as well as in the presence of caries and destroyed teeth. Before you introduce this sour fruit into the diet, be sure to consult a doctor.
