Understanding food groups

Healthy diet

When it comes to eating a healthy, well balanced pregnancy diet, variety is key. Discover the important roles each food group plays in your baby’s development as well as which foods to steer clear of.

Healthy pregnancy diet

Discover how your food choices during pregnancy can have a positive and lasting impact on your baby’s future health.

Food to avoid when pregnant

Discover which foods are off the menu during your pregnancy and why.

Food groups

Carbs in pregnancy

Fibre in pregnancy

Dairy in pregnancy

Protein in pregnancy

Meat in pregnancy

Fish in pregnancy

Shellfish in pregnancy

Eggs in pregnancy

Superfoods in pregnancy

Spicy food in pregnancy

Salt in pregnancy

Sugar in pregnancy

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