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Dr. Ann's Healthy Grocery List
This is an absolute must-have for those that want healthy eating made easy! Dr. Ann's 2-sided laminated grocery list provides a comprehensive list of all the Dr. Ann approved foods, her 'ground rules' for healthy shopping, her preferred brands and her 'superstar foods.' You will love it!
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What to Eat (And What Not to Eat) for a Healthy Pregnancy
ENJOY:
- As many fruits and veggies as possible, note superstars
- Monounsaturated fats as your main fats (extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, nuts/seeds, avocados)
- 100% whole grain breads, cereals, etc.
- Omega 3 fats regularly (salmon, sardines, omega 3 eggs, walnuts, canola oil, wheat germ, soy foods)
- Any variety of bean/legume — daily best
- A healthy protein package at each meal— low toxin fish/shellfish, poultry, low-fat dairy products, nuts, beans, soy, omega 3 eggs, lean red meat
- 3 or more calcium rich foods daily — low fat/skim dairy products, beans, tofu, dark leafy greens, broccoli, almonds, calcium-fortified cereal, canned salmon with bones
RESTRICT/AVOID
- The “Great White Hazards” — white flour products, white potatoes, white rice, sugar/sweets
- Excessive saturated fats — fatty cuts and processed red meat, whole dairy products, butter
- Trans fats — strictly avoid (stick margarine, processed foods with hydrogenated oils, shortening)
- Sweet processed beverages — soda, fruit drinks, sports drinks, etc.
- Ready-to-eat, refrigerated, deli-style luncheon meats, hot dogs, smoked seafood unless reheated until steaming hot
- Unpasteurized dairy products like soft cheeses (brie, blue, feta etc.) Check labels.
- Fish high in toxins — Strictly avoid — shark, marlin, tile fish, king mackerel, swordfish, fresh tuna, canned Albacore tuna, local fresh water fish
- Raw sprouts and raw or undercooked fish, meat, poultry or eggs. (Sources of harmful bacteria)
- Liver (toxins and excessive vitamin A)
- Caffeine (coffee, tea, diet/regular soda)
Check out my Healthy Pregnancy Grocery List for even more detail on how to maximize your health and the health of your baby during this critical time.
If you want to know more about Dr. Ann's personal experiences with pregnancy check her out her Q&A at the MommyMDGuides website!
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