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Trying to stay nutritional..

VictoriaChartrandVictoriaChartrand
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I've been trying to stock up my fridge with healthy foods, but the things I want to eat aren't the best foods that I could/should be eating.

I'm picky when it comes to fruit and veggies, so I try and only buy the ones I like, but I still feel like my fruit/veggie consumption doesn't match up to my bagel/hot dog/cupcake consumption.

Is anybody else struggling with this? I want my baby to get everything he or she needs.

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  • MolluskwranglerMolluskwrangler member
    I've been drinking the V8 Fusion light, it's got a serving of fruits and veggies in it and it's super yummy.  I am trying to get more veggies in, I normally love them but not so much lately.  Smoothies are a good way to get the fruit in there too.
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  • BNB12BNB12

    I'm struggling with this too. I hate going out to the store that's out of the way for me but that's where I get my produce. I know I'm not eating enough fruits but hope that my prenatal is helping atleast a little bit. The last few days I have been loving salt and vinegar chips and had some every day. Eek. At my last doctor appt I had lost a few lbs though but now I'm afraid I'm going to gain. I know I need to gain some but don't want it to be from eating unhealthy chips! Well hope you find some more healthy things to up your fruit and veggie intake. You could always try fruit/veggie juice maybe? GL!

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  • papagenapapagena member

    Fruit & veggie juices are good, but it's really not a replacement for the real thing. 

    Try different combos, maybe?  I hardly ever eat apples by themselves, but LOVE them if I can dip it in peanut butter.  Fruit smoothies are a great idea, and I've been eating more dried fruit as well (so portable!).  I try to put veggies into our regular meals - like adding spinach or broccoli to pasta sauces/toppings instead of having to force myself to eat it by itself.  I'm always happier if I sprinkle a bit of parmesan cheese on broccoli, zucchini, etc.  I love avocados on fajitas or on top of burgers as well, and they're loaded with really GOOD fat that's great for baby.  And who doesn't like guac?  Ok, I'm sure there are people, but still!!!  Load up nachos with veggies. The other day we put pureed butternut squash in our mac & cheese.  I loved it (DS sadly isn't a fan of mac n' cheese... *sigh*).  I guess my point is I find it easier if I can add vegetables to dishes or add toppings (relatively healthy ones) to give them a bit more kick. 

    Good luck - I struggle a bit with feeling like I'm eating enough & a good variety of veggies & fruits. 

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  • snoboardbabe77snoboardbabe77 member

    Ha. I totally feel for you. But here is the weird thing. I hate fruit. I have never ever liked it and I still do not. People think I'm crazy but it's true (and hubby hates it too). We are veggie freaks but no fruit.

    It's been a struggle b/c I know the baby needs a variety. I have forced myself to eat a variety of berries, pineapple, cantalope, bananas....I eat them quick and then eat toast or I try to do a smoothie but I hate the texture. LOL. I tried fruit juice (which I also hate) and that fusion -and I thought it was awful-but if u at all like fruit, I bet you would think it was ok.

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  • flowerchild77flowerchild77 member
    Im a BIG smoothie lover! YOu can even add a handfull of spinach or kale or other dark leafy green to boost nutrition without adding much taste. Ive also been loving cheese and crackers lately. I buy the seaweed crackers from whole foods... I wouldnt feel too bad about bagels. Carbs are at the very bottom of the food pyramid, menaing EAT THESE. Just get a whole grain variety and a healthy spread. You could try mashed avocado, or take some fresh fruit, crush it up adn spread it on! If youre going to eat hotdogs, try a healthier variety than the run of the mill ones. Hebrew natinal makes kosher hotdogs. Theyre made from the healthier parts of the cow and have less fat and cholesterol than regular dogs. You could also look for "lowered sodium" varieties. Or even try veggie or tofudogs from a health food store, like whole foods. Wraps are a great way to boost veggies. Just get a tortilla and yummy spread and start piling stuff on! Today I had hummus, spinach, tomato, and avocado wrapped up in a tortilla- delicious and healthy! Yeahhhh, Im a health freak. LOL
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  • VictoriaChartrandVictoriaChartrand

    V8 is a good idea. I never even though of that. I have been making smoothies because it seems like a great way to get the variety of fruit with a good taste. I have been having a thing for nacho chips and salsa. Maybe I will try to make some homemade salsa without all the preservatives.

    I had a tortilla craze a couple months ago. I've had an aversion to chicken since I found out I was pregnant, and I usually love chicken!

    Thanks for all the great ideas everyone:)

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  • hpfreak2011hpfreak2011 member

    if i were you.... i would do your best to eat healthy and smart and get the nutrition that that baby needs but it is also smart to give the baby a little of what LO wants.

    i started this pregnancy out a bit heavier and i am doing my best to eat smart and healthy for LO. i am almost 25 weeks and im only at 7 pounds gained...... but sometimes, i just cant get over my cravings. and i have also been told that what you are craving is what the baby wants so give LO what LO wants. hehe

    make it a healthy balance and you will be just fine!!! good luck!!

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