Nutrients that pregnant women should watch out for:
Cigarette.
Smoking is clearly bad for the mother and fetus. Effects of smoking, pregnancy complications such as ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, birth defects and premature birth to the placenta may occur. Infants whose mothers smokers have 2 times more likely to die suddenly due to SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) than babies of non-smokers. The sooner the better stop smoking.
Alcohol.
Women who consume alcohol during pregnancy excessive risk of fetal alcohol syndrome.
Caffeine.
Limiting your intake of caffeine. Do not drink more than 2 cups of coffee, three cups of tea or two glasses of soft drinks per day. Excessive caffeine intake is associated with miscarriage and low birth weight.
Raw food.
Avoid raw foods, foods that are not cooked until done as sashimi, soft-boiled eggs are also well done steak is not because there is a risk that the food has been contaminated.
Herbal supplements.
When pregnant, should avoid herbal supplements because most have not been tested for pregnancy. Especially avoid too much intake of ginseng because it is a source of steroids.
Fish.
Deep-sea fish such as king mackerel may contain high levels of mercury which is harmful to the baby's brain development. Limit your intake of heart anyway, the food was very rich in vitamin A. Too much vitamin A can be toxic to the fetus.
Nuts.
For women who suffer from allergies, eczema or asthma, avoid peanuts during pregnancy may reduce the risk of babies to suffer a serious peanut allergy in childhood.
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