Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Hi :) i'm 5/6 weeks pregnant i'm just wondering what diet would be best as i'm wanting to put on as little weight as possible?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Pregnancy Diet: You should eat a well balanced diet with plenty of lean protein, fruits, vegetables, dairy. You do not want to diet unless you are already very overweight and then only with the help of your OB. You are not eating for two but to replenish the nutrients that the baby will be using from you to grow. Normally we would like you to gain 20-30 lbs with a normal pregnancy. Folic Acid and vitamins,
Answered 9/29/2015
2.2k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Am 8 weeks pregnant and losing weight. Trying best to eat but nausea is meaning can only eat little bits.Am 5'3 115lbs Will baby be getting enough
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I am currently 63kg and 5'1". desperately wanting to go back to old weight of 51kg. Weight gained after pregnancy 3 years ago. Strict vegetarian diet.
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I'm very over weight probably about 5 weeks pregnant. I want to be excited but I'm worried my weight will be harmful to my baby, any diet tips?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Changed my diet, working out, and still can't lose the pregnancy weight. 5 ft 6 weight 146 and was 130 two years ago pre pregnancy. Any solutions?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Im going to start trying to conceive a baby soon, but I am 160 lbs and 56 with a BMI of 25.8-26. I want to get to 150 to be a little healthier weight /better BMI for pregnancy. Is it safe to diet and workout while trying to conceive?
My baby weights 2900 grams at 36 weeks of pregnancy. I have GD but controlled by diet.i'm small,158cm, and wonder if vaginal birth is for me or not?
How to know what is best diet for a new mom who wants to lose pregnancy weight?
Im 14weeks pregnant and have put on too much weight. Is the soup diet safe in pregnancy for 1 week as I am over 210lbs and don't want to get any bigger?
I and my husband have been trying to get pregnant , what's the best way to get pregnant? I'm a little over weight and will that affect it ?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
