Myth

When you’re pregnant, eat up! You are eating for two.

Fact

Pregnant women are commonly told they are “eating for two.” In reality, you need just a little more food during the second and third trimesters. To get enough nutrients and calories to support a growing baby, aim to eat three balanced meals with nutritious snacks

Topic

Food & Nutrition

Label

Myth

URL

https://www.southwesthealthline.ca/healthlibrary_docs/nutritionmythsmarch2012.pdf