Nutrition during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Description

A woman's nutritional status before and during pregnancy and breastfeeding is crucial for the health of mother and child. The nutritional status should be assessed before pregnancy, and at this point the important dietary changes for the pregnant woman should already begin. Appropriate recommendations should be followed during pregnancy and breastfeeding. This section provides the necessary knowledge to give important tips and advice in the pharmacy.

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Learning objectives

After you have completed this topic...

• know how high your fluid, energy and nutrient requirements are during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• know which vitamins, minerals and trace elements are particularly important during pregnancy and breastfeeding and how high the requirement is
• know which foods are important during pregnancy and breastfeeding and which should be avoided
• are familiar with food-borne infections and can make appropriate recommendations for prophylactic measures