Red meat and pickles
The craving: Red meat and steak fat
The problem: Blood cell growth
A lot of women have cravings for red meat while they're pregnant. Red meat has high levels of the vitamin B6, which is important in the red blood cell formation of the baby. Homeopaths suggest eating three to four 2x2cm sized cubes of steak or pork every morning to speed up the level of blood cells being made. A great excuse for a bacon buttie!
- Try some of our simple steak recipes
- Rustle yourself up a roast dinner
The craving: Pickles
The problem: Low salt levels
A craving for pickles is very normal in pregnant women so don't worry if you're reaching for the gherkins at 3 o'clock in the morning! This craving is usually because of low salt levels in the blood of the pregnant woman. Salt holds water in the body and is really important in keeping the fluids running from mother to the baby. Green Spanish olives are a particularly good way to satisfy your need for salt.
- Next: read about dairy and coal cravings
More help and advice
- Advice on weight gain during pregnancy
- What to eat during pregancy
- 3D pregnancy scans - week-by-week
By Grace Banks
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