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Protein for lactating female
Want to know about what protein powder will be good for a breastfeeding mother??   Please suggest..
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Add soya products,legumes some veggies like- spinach,peas etc.
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Hi, Good afternoon As you have asked about the protein powder.. I would like to know more about the daily protien intake and more information
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Good afternoon protein pwd is not required during lactating stage. A healthy diet is essential during this period.
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Hi, You do not need any protein powder while breastfeeding. You only need an additional 10.6-13.6 g protein per day (usual requirement is 0.8-1g/kg body weight). You can easily meet the protein requirements with food. 1. Eggs: • 1 large egg provides about 6-7 g of protein. Having two eggs per day can fulfill almost the entire additional protein requirement (12-14 g). 2. Milk and Dairy Products: • 1 glass of milk (250 ml) provides around 8 g of protein. • Adding paneer (100 g of paneer provides approximately 18-20 g of protein) or curd (1 cup of curd provides about 8-10 g of protein) can further boost protein intake. 3. Dals (Lentils): • 1 cup of cooked dal (like toor, moong, masoor) provides about 7-9 g of protein. Including a serving of dal at both lunch and dinner can easily contribute 14-18 g of protein. 4. Sprouts: • 1 cup of sprouted moong or chana contains around 7-8 g of protein. This can be a great snack or added to meals. 5. Nuts and Seeds: • A handful of almonds (about 23 nuts, 28 g) provides around 6 g of protein. • Flaxseeds, chia seeds, or pumpkin seeds can also be included, providing an additional 2-3 g of protein per tablespoon. Use only 1-2 tsp a day. 6. Whole Grains: • Whole grains like quinoa, millet (ragi, bajra), and brown rice contain moderate amounts of protein. One cup of cooked quinoa, for example, provides about 8 g of protein. Also include foods that support lactation. Use easy to digest pulses.
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Home cooked meals including lentils, broccoli, soyabean, chic pea. Custard, paneer etc If you are a non veg- eggs , chicken, fish
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There are many but which one suits you better Kindly connect over consultation to give you detail reply
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Healthy afternoon Protein is essential for milk production and supply , and for feeling full longer . Some good sources of protein for breastfeeding mothers including Plant sources like soy products, legumes, len, nuts, seeds, and whole grains Eggs and dairy. Calcium and vitamin d helps bone boost dairy and dark leafy helps
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it's not required you can easily meet up the requirement from your home made meals like sprouts, soybean, eggs etc.
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