1. Presentation title (Date) Presentation Title Presentation title (Date) Nutrition during pregancy

2. Presentation title (Date) Nutrition needs during Pregnancy Approx additional 200 calories per day in third trimester (without exercise) Maintain good quality carbohydrate intake ‘Graze’ - eat 5-6 small meals per day Drink at least 8 glasses of water daily

3. Presentation title (Date) Vitamins and Minerals Folic Acid400 mg Calcium1,200 mg Iron30mg Vitamin C500mg max Vitamin ADon’t supplement

4. Presentation title (Date) Food Substances to Avoid during Pregnancy Nicotine Caffeine (stimulant, reduces iron absorption) Alcohol Shellfish Tuna, Shark, Marlin, Swordfish Raw eggs (salmonella) Soft cheese & pate (Listeriosis) Vitamin A supplements (toxic to the liver)

5. Presentation title (Date) Energy For exercise in pregnancy Additional calories needed to cover energy expenditure through exercise Aim to eat 1-2 hours prior to exercise and try to eat a snack straight after exercise.

6. Presentation title (Date) Dangers of Poor Nutrition during Pregnancy Foetus Low birth weight babies Spontaneous abortions Neonatal death Mother Morning sickness Fatigue Leg cramps (salt?) Pre-eclampsia (salt?) Anaemia (iron) Salmonella (eggs & chicken) Listeriosis (soft cheeses & pate)

7. Presentation title (Date) Summary Be aware of additional calorie intake during pregnancy and activity Some vitamins are important to supplement during pregnancy Know the foods that should be avoided