As a vegetarian you already know how important it is to maintain a healthy, balanced diet. But being pregnant aswell can make it seem even harder to eat and drink in a way that will keep you healthy, your baby safe and provide the ideal fuel for growth and development.

What to Eat When You’re Pregnant and Vegetarian is your no-nonsense companion. This handy, compact book is the definitive healthy-eating guide for vegetarians who are expecting and provides expert guidance on what foods are safe and what you should steer clear of.

Contents:

About the author

Acknowledgements

1. How to have a healthy vegetarian pregnancy
2. Preparing for pregnancy
3. Planning a healthy diet
4. A healthy weight gain for pregnancy
5. Foods and drinks to avoid and those you don’t need to
6. Getting enough iron and avoiding anaemia
7. Other essential vitamins and minerals
8. Omega 3 fatty acids – what’s all the fuss about?
9. Should I take supplements?
10. Common complaints and how to deal with them
11. Breastfeeding – the best diet for you and your baby

Resources

Index