The Kamen Plan for Total Nutrition During Pregnancy

The Kamen Plan for Total Nutrition During Pregnancy
ISBN-10
0838550800
ISBN-13
9780838550809
Category
Pregnancy
Pages
256
Language
English
Published
1981
Authors
Betty Kamen, Si Kamen

Description

Abstract: Guidelines, recipes, and nutrition information are presented for expectant mothers. The Plan is a regimen of nutrition guidelines, adaptable to the individual, and is based upon the findings of nutritionists, health professionals and researchers. Pregnancy lore and superstitions are reviewed from both practical and scientific aspects. Additional topics include: nutrient needs of mother and fetus; nutrients provided by specific foods; negative intakes, e.g., toxins, alcohol, cigarettes, coffee, and drugs potentially harmful to the mother and the fetus; and specific ailments of pregnant women, e.g., constipation, toxemia, and leg cramps. (wz).

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