This is a picture of a couple who have just given birth to their first child. What makes this special is that they gave birth while in the drive-thru of a McDonalds. Contrary to popular belief, McDonald's is a healthier option when it comes to pregnancy. This means mom can get all of her cravings fulfilled. Now, of course, a Big Mac combo may not be the best choice, but there are very healthy options at McDonald's.
They have a full array of salads that one can choose from and these are all great choices. Even a hamburger and small fries are good enough for mom to eat, we should just try not to make it a daily habit.
I have a confession to make, I am in Canada, and we do not have a lot of Chipotles hanging around where I am. Chipotle has a lot of fresh options for mom, ingredients that are new, tasty and hold a lot of nutrients. All of the meat choices will also ensure that she gets enough protein in her diet to help that baby grow. A night when no one has to worry about making dinner and a tired mom-to-be can just call and order in a hot dinner. While, it may not be better than a salad made at home, when mom wants some fast food, this one will work.
The great thing about pizza is that it is all customizable. Mom can have her pizza any way she wants and there are ways to make it as healthy as it can be. Choose a thin crust to cut down on the carbs and load that pizza up with fresh vegetables. You may just want to skip the extra cheese for now. Who would have ever thought that Taco Bell would be on the cleared section of this list?
Probably not a lot of people. Taco Bell has never gotten good reviews when it comes to the meat they use and has led a lot of people to assume that it is just not good for you. The world needs a little more imagination because Taco Bell can be healthy with the right order.
Choosing a taco with a grilled chicken or steak as the meat will always be a better option than the plain, regular ground beef. Tacos also have a lot of fresh vegetables added to it, which will provide some nutrients to mom and baby. Chick-fil-A is another fast food restaurant that I am unfamiliar with, being Canadian, but I have heard good things about it. Chick-fil-A is known for fried chicken, but that is not all they do and there is a way for mom-to-be to eat healthy here.
A pregnant woman will want to stick to options with grilled chicken or see if they will do substitutions. Their chicken, when grilled, may be one of the healthier choices when looking at fast food options.
Even their fried chicken, while not as healthy as grilled, is not as high in fat when compared to other fried chicken establishments. Panera bread is becoming quite popular, and while it may be known as a bakery first, there are a lot of good options available for a quick lunch or light dinner. If mom-to-be is craving a sandwich, this is the place to go. Consider using whole wheat bread as opposed to a white bread.
They also give you the option of a piece of fruit on the side instead of chips. It may be tempting to indulge in the chips, but when you are thinking about your little one, a piece of fruit is always a better route to take. Panera Bread also has the option of choosing half a sandwich and half a cup of soup. Making a very hearty and healthy meal.
They promise that their meat, which is square instead of round, is always fresh and never frozen. They have incredible salads that can come in a small or larger size, depending on the appetite of the person eating them.
These are delicious, milkshake type drinks and may not be the healthiest choice. We have all been there, and when this feeling kicks in, mom need look no further than Boston Market.
Boston Market provides all the comfort of a home-cooked meal without any cooking and cleaning. The plus side is that they have a wide array of foods as well so there are bound to be endless options of healthy choices for mom and baby.
Also, avoid the colorful Tandoor meats especially the Tandoori Chicken which has an intense or vibrant orange color. The artificial food colours are harmful for the pregnant women. Cook it thoroughly.
Avoid too many spices and chillies. Try counting on the soups whenever your hunger calls you. The Chicken soup for pregnant women is very healthy food. Also, it is easy to prepare and saves your time. During pregnancy, the goal remains to build a healthy body and transfer the goodness of healthy foods to the unborn baby. When your hormones and taste buds change during this phase, a selection of foods may seem fascinating but as a smart mom, you need to make a choice and embrace hygienic and healthy foods only.
Read: Eating Papaya During Pregnancy. Drop a comment to get help from her. Excellent information. Never much thought about it. Not surprising in India, but I agree, We must avoid. Best recommended way of eating chicken is steaming as it preservers all nutrients. Avoid deep fried chicken, spicy chicken dishes, chicken dishes with Ajinomoto etc.
Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Subscribe me to newsletter. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. Low in Fats and High in Proteins Chicken is a much suggested non-vegetarian food during pregnancy. Fatty Acids As chicken is low in fat, it helps to maintain the body weight and strengthens the teeth and bones. Vitamins The presence of Selenium, Vitamin E and Vitamin A, Niacin equivalent and Thiamine perks up the metabolism and keeps a to-be-mom energetic throughout the day.
Can I eat frozen Chicken Salad? Read: Eating Papaya During Pregnancy can i eat chicken biryani during pregnancy? March 5, 2. December 29, 0. Fried foods offer very little to no nutrition, and they can make you feel very ill with all the bloating and gas they will probably lead to.
Besides, every pregnant woman knows the troubles she faces with her metabolism and digestion, and even small amounts can cause a lot of digestive issues, leading to cramping, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Besides, it will also make you gain undue weight, but that will happen only if you overdo on KFC. There is a lot of information to be found regarding the ill effects of MSG on the general health, and the health of the pregnant mother and her unborn child in particular.
However, it would be very difficult to avoid MSG in general, especially since it is found in many packaged foods such as noodles. On the other hand, there is no conclusive proof and no scientific study baking the claim that MSG is harmful for the pregnant woman and her child, so this may as well be an unfounded claim. Also read: Can I eat fish during pregnancy?
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