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What does 175 g carbohydrate per day look like?

The recommended minimum carbohydrate intake during pregnancy is 175 grams per day. It’s not difficult to fit 175 grams carbohydrate into a food pattern. Take a look:

This food pattern provides approximately 2400 calories, 300 grams carbohydrate, 110 grams protein, 1320 mg calcium, and 20 mg iron.

Breakfast 1 large whole grain bagel
2 Tablespoons cream cheese
1 banana
8 ounces milk
Snack 1 ½ ounces cheddar cheese
10 crackers
Lunch ¼ cup chicken salad
2 cups green salad
2 Tablespoons Italian salad dressing
1 roll with 1 Tablespoon butter
Snack 1 apple
8 ounces yogurt
Dinner

½ cup rice
4 ounces lean beef
1 cup stir-fried vegetables
½ cup peaches
½ cup vanilla ice cream

 

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