Op. Dr. Abdulaziz Akkaya warned pregnant women to drink plenty of fluids.
As the hot and humid weather continues to depress, Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist Op. Dr. Abdulaziz Akkaya warned pregnant women to drink plenty of fluids.
Noting that hot and muggy weather may be a little more difficult for pregnancies, Op. Dr. Akkaya said, “It is beneficial for pregnant women to be careful, especially in environments where there is intense heat and intense humidity. "Pregnant women should avoid going out in the sun as much as possible, pay attention to their nutrition, and take additional fluids as the body's fluid needs increase during pregnancy," he said.
Diseases may increase
“Air temperature increases. If it is high, it can increase body temperature and lead to dehydration. In such cases, the risk of premature birth, recurrent urinary tract infections, constipation and hemorrhoids, etc. also increases.”
He emphasizes that drinks such as cola, coffee and tea that increase urine output should be avoided. Dr. Akkaya warned against drinking large amounts of beverages such as carbonated soda, which has water-retaining properties.
Plenty of fluids should be consumed
He gave suggestions to pregnant women so that they can spend the hot weather a little more comfortably. found in Op. Dr. Akkaya underlined that pregnant women should especially drink a little more fluid and said, “We already recommend that pregnant women consume more fluid throughout the entire pregnancy. Drinking plenty of water and fluids during pregnancy is extremely beneficial for you and your pregnancy. Consuming plenty of water, especially, can be protective or therapeutic in many cases such as urinary tract infection, oligohydramnios, lower than normal amniotic fluid of the baby, premature labor, respiratory tract infections, constipation and diarrhea. " he said.
Op.Dr. said that pregnant women should drink extra water every day in hot weather. Akkaya: “Water alone may not be enough to meet the daily fluid requirement. "Liquids containing minerals such as milk, lemonade, freshly squeezed fruit juices or mineral water can be easily consumed during this period," he said.
Milk is important
Milk and milk. products for pregnant women, especially in the summer months. Expressing his suggestions, Op. Dr. Akkaya said, “Milk and dairy products, including buttermilk and yoghurt, are products that can meet the protein and calcium needs of pregnant women very well. In addition, they also meet the need for fluid. I would also like to draw attention to one issue here. When consuming ayran, it should not be too salty. "Sparely, when consuming products such as fruit juice and lemonade, it is beneficial to consume products that do not have added sugar or are slightly sweetened," he said.
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