Diet regulation will be suggested for pregnant women. Ayurveda diet provides adequate nutrition as well as rest for the needed organs. The food consumed will have high concentration of proteins, vitamins and minerals.
The embryo is nourished directly through the umbilical cord. The food the pregnant woman consumes has to be highly nutritious as the physical and mental growth of the child is determined by the type and quantity of food consumed. Consumption of liquid diets and fruits that are easily digested are recommended at this time. Consumption of medicated ghee is encouraged. Pregnant women should take care to avoid constipation at all costs and incase she is affected, mild laxatives can be taken.
In the first month, milk and a light diet is recommended; in the second and third months, milk medicated with life-building herbs such as Vidari, Shatavari (Asparagus), Yashtimadhu (Licorice) and Brahmi are prescribed along with honey and ghee. Brahmi helps in calming the nerves and is also a good prajasthapan (sustainer of pregnancy).
Ayurveda considers consumption of milk to be of utmost importance as it is a source of calcium, protein, lactose and butter fat. Milk is a complete food and can be consumed at any time. From the seventh month onwards, consumption of fat and salts should be reduced. However, rice kanji with ghee is beneficial. Also herbs such as gokshura and sariba that are mild diuretics and urinary antiseptics can be taken during this period. Medicated ghee preparations (Griha) like phala sarpis, kalyaanaka gritham and sukha prasava gritham can be consumed.
One should consume large amounts of water through out the day as this will help to flush out the waste matter through the urine. The intake of fruits should be increased. However, it is the ayurveda doctor who will prescribe the most suitable diet for the pregnant woman. You can find out your type of Prakruthi and decide a diet for yourself Yoga, meditation and Life Style.
The embryo is nourished directly through the umbilical cord. The food the pregnant woman consumes has to be highly nutritious as the physical and mental growth of the child is determined by the type and quantity of food consumed. Consumption of liquid diets and fruits that are easily digested are recommended at this time. Consumption of medicated ghee is encouraged. Pregnant women should take care to avoid constipation at all costs and incase she is affected, mild laxatives can be taken.
In the first month, milk and a light diet is recommended; in the second and third months, milk medicated with life-building herbs such as Vidari, Shatavari (Asparagus), Yashtimadhu (Licorice) and Brahmi are prescribed along with honey and ghee. Brahmi helps in calming the nerves and is also a good prajasthapan (sustainer of pregnancy).
Ayurveda considers consumption of milk to be of utmost importance as it is a source of calcium, protein, lactose and butter fat. Milk is a complete food and can be consumed at any time. From the seventh month onwards, consumption of fat and salts should be reduced. However, rice kanji with ghee is beneficial. Also herbs such as gokshura and sariba that are mild diuretics and urinary antiseptics can be taken during this period. Medicated ghee preparations (Griha) like phala sarpis, kalyaanaka gritham and sukha prasava gritham can be consumed.
One should consume large amounts of water through out the day as this will help to flush out the waste matter through the urine. The intake of fruits should be increased. However, it is the ayurveda doctor who will prescribe the most suitable diet for the pregnant woman. You can find out your type of Prakruthi and decide a diet for yourself Yoga, meditation and Life Style.
