In summer, the weather is quite hot, especially at noon when the temperature is about to rise to 40 degrees. Many pregnant women are particularly afraid of heat in such a climate, but they cannot use air conditioning and electric fans for a long time. So watermelon has become the favorite food, but some pregnant women use watermelon as a food to promote rapid fetal growth. So, is eating watermelon during pregnancy fast for fetal growth?
Firstly, it can be clearly stated that regular consumption of watermelon by pregnant women does not affect the weight of the fetus, so there is no effect of watermelon consumption on promoting rapid fetal growth. The main components of watermelon are carbohydrates and some vitamins. It is a cold food and a burden for pregnant women with poor gastrointestinal health. The main manifestation is diarrhea, which can also promote uterine contractions to a certain extent.
Finally, it should be noted that during pregnancy, some pregnant women may have gestational hyperglycemia and gestational hypertension, and they should not eat watermelon at this time. Due to its high sugar content, pregnant women gain weight quickly, which affects the health of the fetus.
Although eating watermelon during pregnancy is enjoyable, it is important not to eat too much at once and to limit it appropriately. Cut it into small pieces with a knife, then put it in a bowl and chew it slowly, without overeating. If symptoms of gastrointestinal discomfort occur, stop immediately, drink plenty of hot water, do not blow air conditioning for a long time, and do not take medication to relieve symptoms.
