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March 19, 2024

Tap water, sparkling water, mineral water ... What water to drink during pregnancy?

If eating for two is an idea received during pregnancydrinking for two is strongly recommended. During 9 months, the body has to face many changes and hydrate properly is essential for the good development of the fetus but it also makes it possible to compensate some inconveniences related to the pregnancysuch as dry skin, urinary infections or constipation. Water from the house, bottled water or sparkling water, what to choose?

Is tap water not recommended during pregnancy?
Treated and controlled to meet drinking standards, tap water is safe for women pregnantjust like the rest of the population. Nutritionists, gynecologists and midwives are unanimous: tap water can be consumed without worry. However, some regions may have higher than average nitrate levels, particularly in Brittany. Know that for a woman pregnantthe nitrate content must not exceed 50 mg / liter. These data are made available to the general public, it is possible to inquire by consulting the French pollutant emissions register.

Bottled water: vary them!
Bottled waters are more expensive but have the advantage of overcoming certain deficiencies, especially in calcium or magnesium, essential minerals for the development of the future. baby and the well-being of the future mum. Calcium plays an important role in the construction of the skeleton and teeth of the baby but also in the composition of breast milk. If you have calcium deficiency, baby will draw directly from your reserves. Magnesium helps fight against general fatigue and muscle but also against palpitations. Some studies even say that magnesium would help the cervix to relax, which would facilitate childbirth.

Make your choice according to your eating habits and your possible deficiencies, but to be sure of not wanting anything, vary them! In order to find you between the various brands on the market, know that Contrex, Vittel, Saint-Antonin and Courmayeur are particularly rich in calcium (between 400 and 600 mg / L and 200mg / L for Vittel). These waters are a great complement if you eat little dairy products.
Hepar contains a high amount of magnesium, an excellent remedy against fatigue, but also an interesting amount of calcium. Volvic and Evian, have a more neutral taste but have a low mineral content.

Drinking sparkling water when you're pregnant
Soda water is not discouraged during pregnancy. If you like bubbles, you can continue to please yourself. Some women will appreciate its high fluoride content, a real cure for gum problems related to pregnancy. However, if you suffer from gastro-oesophageal reflux, water retention or hypertension, sparkling water is strongly discouraged because it is too rich in salt (sodium).

What if I do not like water?
If you do not like water know that there are alternatives. Soup, fresh juices or smoothies provide many nutrients and vitamins essential to provide iron health to your body. baby, and to yourself!

Beware of flavored water and soda! Too sweet and so bad for the line!
To consult the French pollutant emissions register: www.irep.ecologie.gouv.fr



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