Reasons for being hungry during early pregnancy

Some expectant mothers may have this feeling, that is, they always feel extremely hungry in the early stages of pregnancy, and even after eating, they start to feel hungry again. Some expectant mothers refuse to eat for fear of gaining weight, while others choose to eat. So what is the reason? Let me explain it to you below!

It is normal for expectant mothers to always feel hungry and have a strong and uncontrollable desire for food in the early stages of pregnancy. Most expectant mothers discover and confirm that they are pregnant when they are 2 to 8 weeks pregnant and gradually feel hungry. In fact, by the 8th week of pregnancy, the fetus is only 1.6 cm long and weighs about 4 grams. At this time, the fetus's needs are not as great as we imagined. Under the action of estrogen, the appetite of expectant mothers changes, resulting in a strong sense of hunger. Most expectant mothers often lose control at this time and eat like crazy. On the one hand, it satisfies the hunger from the body, and on the other hand, it worries about the lack of nutrition of the fetus. If you think that the more you eat, the better it is for the growth and development of the fetus, you are wrong. The best times for expectant mothers to have extra meals are in the early stages of pregnancy. It is normal for expectant mothers to gain 1 to 2 kilograms in weight. If the weight gain is too rapid and the fetus grows too fast and too large, it will bring difficulties to natural delivery in the future. Not only that, overeating will also cause you to consume too many calories, leading to fat accumulation and weight gain, which is not conducive to blood sugar control in the later stage. Therefore, it is important what expectant mothers eat when they are hungry in the early stages of pregnancy, and it is also important when they eat. Three meals a day should be light and balanced, rich in sufficient carbohydrates, and should include some low-energy but filling foods, a variety of fresh vegetables, etc. Eat 2 to 3 low-sugar snacks between meals to relieve hunger, such as 9 to 10 a.m., 3 to 4 p.m., and before 9 p.m. if necessary. It is special to note that you should not eat two hours before going to bed. What are the best healthy snacks to serve as a snack? Faced with a wide variety of delicious foods, which foods should expectant mothers choose to satisfy their appetite while keeping their weight under control? 1. Whole grain foods: Expectant mothers should try to avoid sweet bread and cream sandwich biscuits with high sugar and fat content to avoid excessive intake of calories, sugar and fat. You can choose whole-wheat biscuits, oatmeal, multi-grain bread, sugar-free eight-treasure porridge and other whole grain foods, carry some with you, and eat them when you feel hungry between meals. 2. Fresh fruits: Fruits are the best choice for expectant mothers to satisfy their hunger. They can fill their stomachs and maintain a balanced nutrition in the body. Different fruits have different sugar content, so expectant mothers are advised to choose low-sugar fresh fruits such as strawberries, honeydew melon, cantaloupe, loquat, papaya, pears, sour apples, oranges, and grapefruits.

Well, now some expectant mothers know why they always feel hungry in the early stages of pregnancy. In fact, this is a normal phenomenon and a normal physiological reaction. Don’t worry too much. Just pay more attention to your diet and your physical health when you feel hungry. Don’t avoid eating for fear of getting fat, and don’t eat a lot just because you are hungry. Just eat in moderation!