Benefits of milk for pregnant women
There is a lot of benefits for expectant mothers to drink milks that is formulated for pregnant women.However, if you have taken sufficient and various nutrients through meals, this kind of milk is optional for you. Benefits of milk for pregnant women include the following:
1. Milk for pregnant women is rich in protein and it contains some trace elements. This is very beneficial for pregnant women who have low appetite due to early pregnancy response and for pregnant women who only consume a small variety of food. Milk also helps to provide the nutrient that is needed for the healthy growth of the fetus.
2. Milk is also rich in calcium. During pregnancy, demand for the calcium is high. Milk can help to supply the calcium that is needed by the body.
3. One study in US shows that if expectant mothers drink milk regularly during pregnancy, their children are much less likely to suffer from osteoporosis in the future.
4. Milk is an important source for vitamin D. Vitamin D can help to reduce neonatal rickets and low birth weight.
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