A woman who is 4 months pregnant and has already gained 25 pounds should
a. eat a low-calorie diet to help her lose the extra weight.
b. modify her food intake if it is excessive but not attempt to lose weight.
c. take a multivitamin/mineral supplement and consume 1200 kcal a day.
d. work hard not to gain any more weight during the remainder of the pregnancy.
B
A weight gain of 25 pounds in the first 4 months of pregnancy is high. However, pregnancy is not a time to restrict energy and food intake and attempt to lose weight. The mother should focus on following a well-balanced eating plan, modifying her food intake if it is excessive. 1200 kcals/day would be insufficient to support a healthy pregnancy; taking a multivitamin/mineral supplement cannot compensate for inadequate food intake.
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