Discuss The Nutrient Needs Of People In A Chosen Stage Of The Life Cycle

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Part 1: outlining the nutrient needs of people in a chosen stage of the lifecycle
Life cycle: Pregnancy
It’s completely normal for your body to go through many numerous hormonal and physical changes while you are pregnant. Your body needs to be looked after and at a state of nourishment during pregnancy for your baby’s wellbeing. Eating a nutritious and healthy, balanced diet during your pregnancy ensures your body and more importantly, your baby, will be looked after. The food you eat will determine your baby’s growth and development, the more nutritious foods you consume the more likely a healthy baby will be born.
Increased nutrients
During pregnancy your intake of micronutrients and macronutrients will need to increase because you are …show more content…

This disorder is caused by the body missing minerals and vitamins essential for a functioning body during pregnancy. This disorder becomes especially dangerous when you eat non-food items that could be toxic or deadly for the growing baby and if this is the case it is important to seek medical attention immediately.
Weight gain during pregnancy
During today’s society weight is not a woman’s friend and an athletic slender physic is desired by almost all the female population in Australia. During pregnancy weight gain is quite common and perfectly healthy as it is required to provide the baby with the required nutrients needed for its growth. The amount gained on average during pregnancy is 25-30 pounds. If unsure a doctor can provide the healthy weight range for a growing baby during pregnancy following these weight charts below.
Recommended weight gain during pregnancy
Beginning weight BMI (Body Mass Index) Healthy weight Increase underweight < 19.8 28 to 40 pounds normal weight 19.8 to 26.0 25 to 35 pounds overweight 26.0 to 29.0 15 to 25 pounds obese >29.0 0 to 15

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