You are in your second trimester of pregnancy and for a few weeks now you have noticed that you are hungry all the time? Are you looking for a quality snack, organic of course, to satisfy your cravings? La fabrique des mamans explains why its organic superfood bars are ideal for future and new mothers.
What if moms-to-be gave themselves a wellness break during their day? Between nausea, lack of stomach space, weight gain, increased hunger, “forbidden” foods and the desire to eat healthy, nutrient-rich foods: eating during pregnancy can quickly become a headache. “La Fabrique des Mamans” offers organic and tasty cereal bars, containing essential nutrients for pregnancy, and 30% less sweet than other cereal bars on the market. The bars of ” La Fabrique des Mamans ” thanks to their super-ingredients, are sources of a multitude of key nutrients for the pregnancy: folates, vitamin C, magnesium, iron, fibres and DHA…
Increased energy and nutritional needs
The EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) recommends an increase in energy intake:
- 70 kcal/d for the 1st trimester
- 260 kcal/d for the 2nd trimester
- 500 kcal/d for the 3rd trimester of pregnancy
However, it is not only energy needs that are increased, but also vitamin and mineral needs, which are often more important than energy. As an exemple, fir the first trimester er In the first three months of life, energy requirements are increased by about 3.5%, folate requirements by 33.3% and vitamin C requirements by almost 10%. These two examples show that it is necessary for women to turn to foods rich in vitamins and minerals [1][2].
Snacks perfectly adapted to the needs of pregnant women
A cereal bar ” La Fabrique des Mamans ” is equivalent to :
- 2 apples, 75% of a chocolate bar, about 20 almonds in terms of calories
- 1 serving of 100 grams of cooked kale, fennel or celery sticks for vitamin B9
- 100 grams of tuna crumbs in oil or 1 slice of 30 grams of smoked salmon in terms of DHA
- Half a glass of pure orange juice (100mL) or a 100 gram portion of pineapple in terms of vitamin C
- 2 large slices of wholemeal bread (40 grams), 1 pear or 2 plates of white rice (a plate of cooked rice is about 130 grams) in terms of fiber.
One “Energy” cereal bar from “La Fabrique des Mamans” is equivalent to :
- A handful of almonds (about 30 grams) or half a bar of 70% dark chocolate in terms of magnesium.
- A 100 gram serving of cooked spinach or a cooked hamburger steak in terms of iron.
Folate or vitamin B9: THE essential nutrient of early pregnancy
Vitamin B9 (or folate) is involved in the development of the fetus from 1 er trimester. It has a crucial role in many metabolic reactions. During the first weeks of pregnancy, vitamin B9 is necessary to prevent malformations in the child. This is why, in France, it is recommended to take a dietary supplement of folic acid (which allows the production of folate) for women who want to be pregnant.
One “La Fabrique des Mamans” bar provides about 30 mg of vitamin B9, i.e. about 7.5% of the recommended intake for a pregnant woman in France [7], which is roughly equivalent to 100 grams of cooked kale, fennel or celery sticks [8].
Essential DHA for Baby’s Brain and Sight
DHA (DocoHexaenoic Acid) is an Omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acid essential for the body which cannot produce enough. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, it supports the normal development of the brain and eyes of the fetus and breastfed child. It is also beneficial for the immune system and the psychological state of the mother. The main source of DHA is oily fish. However, its consumption should be limited during pregnancy for toxicological reasons which considerably reduces the sources of DHA for women, and even more so for vegetarians.
A “La Fabrique des Mamans” bar provides 240 mg of DHA synthesized by a micro-algae and therefore allows women to consume 96% of the recommended intake with a completely vegan product.
Fiber allies for a good transit during pregnancy
The consumption of fiber helps prevent the development of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes or certain cancers. Consuming fiber also helps improve bowel movements and constipation problems. Yet French adult women consume half of the recommended daily fiber intake (30 grams). To limit digestive disorders related to pregnancy but also to have a positive impact on their health and that of their baby, pregnancy is a privileged time to favor foods rich in fiber.
A “La Fabrique des Mamans” bar provides around 3g of fiber, or 10% of the recommended intake in France.
Vitamin C to maintain immunity
Vitamin C is a well-known antioxidant that also helps with immunity. It also helps absorb iron from food. It is crucial that it be provided in sufficient quantity during pregnancy.
A “La Fabrique des Mamans” bar provides 37 mg of vitamin C, or nearly a third of the recommended intake for pregnant women.
Magnesium against cramps and fatigue
Magnesium is involved in a large number of reactions in the body. Very involved in the muscular functions, it limits the appearance of cramps; the lack of magnesium can also generate many other pathologies. It is therefore particularly important to avoid a lack of magnesium during pregnancy.
A bar “Energy” of “La Fabrique des Mamans” brings 80 mg of magnesium, that is to say 22 % of the recommended contribution in France.
Iron to replenish reserves that are in high demand during pregnancy
Iron deficiency anemia is common during pregnancy and leads to the prescription of a dietary supplement. It is important that women also consume foods that are sources of iron in order to replenish their iron stores, which are in high demand during pregnancy.
An “Energy” bar from “La Fabrique des Mamans” provides 2 mg of iron, i.e. 12.5% of the recommended intake for pregnant women.
Splitting meals, a solution to limit small digestive disorders
Nausea, acid reflux or lack of space in the stomach often force women to modify their diet during pregnancy. To increase energy intake while decreasing digestive disorders, experts recommend splitting meals. Waiting an hour before having dessert, having a snack at ten o’clock or a small snack at four o’clock: these are all strategies that can limit acid reflux, nausea and weight gain.
[1] Scientific Opinion on Dietary Reference Values for energy. EFSA J 2013;11:3005.
