My doctor told me to make sure I'm getting enough folic acid. I want to include more folic acid rich foods in my diet. Which foods are good sources of folic acid for pregnancy?
I am trying to include more folic acid in my diet now, so I eat a lot of lentils (dal), green vegetables, and almonds. My doctor also gave me a small daily tablet just to be safe. It's really gentle on the stomach.
Beta, eat lots of green leafy vegetables (saag), whole grains, and a bowl of dal every day. These are traditional foods full of natural goodness that are very good for the baby. But along with these ghar ke remedies, do take the tablet that your doctor prescribes.
You can find plenty of folic acid in spinach, broccoli, beans, eggs, and citrus fruits. It is super important in the first trimester for baby's brain development. Make sure you are taking your prenatal vitamins alongside these foods, as recommended by your gynac!
While foods like spinach, beetroot, and beans have natural folic acid, please remember that diet alone is often not enough. Because of my past complications, my doctor strictly told me to take the prescribed folic acid tablets daily. Please ask your doctor for the right supplement dosage.
I made sure to eat lots of green leafy veggies like palak paneer and broccoli, which are packed with folic acid! Citrus fruits like oranges also have it, and they are great for handling those afternoon sour cravings. Eating healthy can actually be super tasty!
