8. Fatty Foods

Fast foods and processed foods like crackers, cookies, frozen pizza, margarine, etc. are high in trans and hydrogenated fats. These are best avoided during all times, but especially during pregnancy. According to the American Heart Association, trans fats should be limited to less than 1% of your daily total calorie intake in order to minimize your risk of heart disease, obesity, excessive fetal growth, and preterm labor.

Stick to fat-free alternative whenever possible. But, it’s also important to note that natural, healthy fats like Omega 3, 6, 9 fatty acids are essential for you and your developing baby in limited quantities. You can get a healthy dose of natural fats from foods like olives, nuts, avocados, flax seeds, and fish.