The 16th obstetric week of pregnancy is the 4th month of waiting for the baby. A time when the focus is solely on the unborn child.
What dangers can await the mother at this stage? How to prevent possible problems and avoid unpleasant symptoms at 16 weeks?
16 weeks of pregnancy - fetal development, photos, how does the baby develop and feel?
Gradually, by 16 weeks the baby increased to 105- 115 mm, its weight is 80 g. Such rapid rates of development are considered normal. The child begins to perceive all sounds, voices and music well.
What has formed, what is happening, what does the child look like?
Over the course of a week, the following processes occur in the baby’s body:
- Hemoglobin begins to be synthesized in the blood.
- The legs are lengthening.
- The chest tries to make breathing movements.
- The adrenal cortex already produces all the necessary hormones.
- Toenails appear.
- Chaotic movements are replaced by more meaningful ones.
What can be seen on an ultrasound?
Using an ultrasound, the doctor determines the size of the fetus, the presence of a heartbeat, and the condition of the placenta. A mother can see her baby stretching inside her tummy, playing with her arms and legs, opening and closing her mouth, and even spitting.
He can also smile sweetly, frown and rotate his head.
At this time, mothers usually find out the gender of their unborn child. In most cases, at 16 weeks the doctor is not mistaken, so parents can safely choose a name for the baby.
Video: Screening at 16 weeks of pregnancy
Fetal heart rate norms at 16 obstetric weeks of pregnancy
The tiny heart of the unborn baby is fully functional at this stage and pumps about 20 liters of blood per day.
It is possible to record the heartbeat at this time only with the help of ultrasound. Now his rhythm is 140-160 beats in a minute.
What happens in a woman’s body at 16 weeks of pregnancy?
During this period, thanks to a noticeably rounded tummy, the woman fully begins to feel pregnant. Many people notice that their hair and nails begin to grow faster.
In general, a woman at this stage of pregnancy looks very attractive.
This week, the uterus begins to actively grow, the amount of amniotic fluid in it increases. This entails some inconveniences. Pressure of the uterus on the sciatic nerve causes pain spreading to the buttocks and lower extremities. Due to pressure on the diaphragm, it becomes difficult for a woman to breathe.
The belly grows - and this causes pain in the back, hips, and groin. Problems such as itchy skin and stretch marks may also appear.
A pregnant woman may notice that her shoes have become tight. This is partly due to weight gain, partly due to swelling. The expectant mother may have to purchase shoes one size larger during pregnancy.
Changes in a woman’s body at the 16th week of obstetric pregnancy
Changes in a woman’s body at the 16th obstetric week of pregnancy
Chest and abdomen of a woman at 16 weeks of pregnancy
There are no special changes in the breasts compared to previous periods. Its size does not change, and for some it continues to grow. A venous pattern appears on the chest.
In addition, in many pregnant women, the nipples increase in size. Painful sensitivity in the nipples and breasts may disappear, but this does not always happen.
If fluid is constantly leaking from your breasts, it is very important to maintain hygiene, otherwise an infection may get into the milk ducts.
If this is your first pregnancy, your growing belly is already visible to others in tight-fitting clothes.
During multiple pregnancies, it grows much faster. Therefore, by the 16th week, the size of the abdomen may already be of impressive size.
First movements during pregnancy
Usually, the first, barely noticeable, tremors are noticed by mothers between 14 and 26 weeks, but most often only after 18.
If a woman does not feel the baby’s movements yet, there is no need to worry. Up to the 20th week there may be no movements at all.
Expectant mothers need to remember that the baby’s activity at this stage is not constant, so movements are still intermittent.
Video: 16th week of pregnancy
What can and cannot be done for a woman at 16 weeks of pregnancy?
If pregnancy is progressing normally, doctors recommend that mothers continue physical activity. But all movements should be smooth and unhurried.
From this moment on, due to the growing belly, the woman becomes less graceful. Therefore, now expectant mothers need to exercise basic caution.
Unpleasant moments of this period:
- Pregnancy makes a woman distracted and forgetful. There is no point in fighting this, and in order not to forget anything, it is useful to make lists of important things to do and purchases.
- Digestive problems often plague pregnant women. To reduce discomfort, you need to eat dried fruits every day and drink kefir at night. Don't forget that breakfast should be hearty and dinner should be light.
- Poorly prepared foods, raw eggs and milk are undesirable during this period, as they can cause serious poisoning and harm the child.
- During pregnancy, it is better to avoid cosmetic experiments, as some products can cause an unwanted allergic reaction. Particularly sensitive women can switch to special cosmetic lines for pregnant women.
16 weeks of pregnancy - how to understand that everything is fine?
The thought that something is wrong with the child haunts many pregnant women. Such fears are explained by increased emotionality, and often have no basis.
At this stage of pregnancy, such fear is unnecessary. If a woman is not bothered by frequent and intense pain and there is no bleeding, then with a 99% probability everything is fine with her and the baby.
Regular visits to the doctor will help a pregnant woman always remain calm.
Popular questions about pregnancy at 16 weeks - answered by a specialist
16 weeks of pregnancy - obstetric and embryonic periods - how are they different?
- Obstetric term invented by doctors to make it convenient to calculate the date of birth. It is two weeks ahead of the embryonic period, as it begins on the first day of the last menstruation.
- Embryonic term always counted from the moment of fertilization.
Is discharge at 16 weeks of pregnancy normal or a threat of miscarriage?
At week 16, pregnant women experience an increased amount of discharge. Normally, they should be transparent - or milky, watery, without a pungent odor.
Deviation from the norm may indicate the presence of an infection in the vagina.
It is caused by the preparation of a woman’s birth canal for childbirth. Pregnant women need to pay special attention to careful hygiene of the genital organs to prevent infection of the genitourinary tract.
Excessively watery discharge may indicate leakage of amniotic fluid. In this case, consultation with a doctor is required!
If at 16 weeks of pregnancy you cannot hear the fetal heartbeat?
It should be emphasized that at this stage the baby’s heartbeat can only be heard during an ultrasound examination.
The absence of cardiac activity in the fetus, in most cases, means its death. But to confirm this diagnosis, the ultrasound procedure will need to be completed several more times.
If at 16 weeks of pregnancy your lower abdomen feels tight?
Normal pregnancy is always accompanied by minor pain in the abdominal area. All this is the result of an enlarged uterus.
However, if a woman experiences cramps reminiscent of menstruation, this is alarming symptom. It is better to go to the hospital without wasting time.
Are you worried about pain or tingling in the ovaries at the 16th obstetric week - reasons?
Such pain is often caused by stretching of the muscles and nodes that support the uterus. Most pregnant women feel them. The pain can be spasmodic or stabbing, and most often appears with a sudden change in position.
Resting in a comfortable position should bring significant relief.
If pain is accompanied by fever, trembling, or bleeding, you should immediately consult a doctor!
Is it normal if toxicosis suddenly disappears at 16 weeks of pregnancy, the nausea stops, I don’t feel pregnant, and bleeding starts?
Changes such as blood from the vagina indicate a possible risk of miscarriage. The woman needs to see a doctor immediately.
If there is no blood, but toxicosis has disappeared, this is quite natural for this period and should not cause concern.
16th week of pregnancy with IVF - what do doctors do?
Doctors are now performing ultrasounds to rule out possible pathologies in the baby’s development. Just like other pregnant women, the woman undergoes the necessary tests.
All the baby’s organs are already formed, which means that the risk of miscarriage at 16 weeks is becoming less and less. Therefore, women who become pregnant through IVF can enjoy their position.
Is it possible to detect a frozen pregnancy at 16 weeks, or does it rarely freeze at this time?
You can determine fetal freezing if you carefully monitor your well-being. The disappearance of all pregnancy symptoms is the first sign of fetal fading.
The following symptoms that appear after a few days are brown discharge, fever, dizziness, nausea. This condition is dangerous because the frozen baby remains inside the uterus - intoxication and infection can threaten the life of the mother.
Are ARVI, influenza and other diseases dangerous at 16 weeks of pregnancy?
Basically, colds are dangerous in the first months after conception. The older the child gets, the more protected he is.
But there are diseases that pose a potential threat to the baby’s health even in later stages. These include: rubella, sexually transmitted diseases, urinary tract infections.
It is important for all pregnant women to understand that only a doctor can advise the safest treatment.
At 16 weeks of pregnancy, toxicosis disappeared and I feel good
Due to the fact that hormonal levels stabilize at 16 weeks, many women note an improvement in their well-being.
But this does not mean that you can now relax. See your doctor regularly and eat right needed constantly.
The special need for minerals, organic acids and esters is due to the increased load on a woman’s body. All resources are aimed at maintaining the normal development of the fetus, therefore, without maintaining balance, a deficiency of certain vitamins occurs and a metabolic disorder occurs. There are several important vitamins that are important to consume during pregnancy with food and dietary supplements.
Vitamin A (beta-carotene, retinol). A lack of retinol leads to child underweight and iron deficiency anemia, while an excess, on the contrary, leads to serious developmental pathologies due to increased cell regeneration (mutations are possible). That is why retinol should be taken no more than a daily dosage. Obstetricians recommend supplementing your regular diet with synthetic vitamins. The daily dose should not exceed 3000 IU. Beta-carotene is found in young cheeses, dairy products (kefir, fermented baked milk), egg yolks, beef, sea fish and seafood (shrimp, mussels, scallops).
Folic acid (folacin, vitamin B9). Folacin is indicated for the normal formation of the child’s central nervous system. Lack of folic acid causes serious pathologies in fetal development. The daily norm is 600 mcg. Obstetricians recommend supplementing the diet with a synthetic analogue, since the amount of the component supplied from food is not enough. Folic acid is found in fish and meat by-products (beef liver, chicken hearts), spinach, buckwheat, feta cheese, and oatmeal.
Vitamin B1 (thiamine). Actively participates in carbohydrate metabolism, maintaining normal function of the heart and nervous system, activates the functioning of the brain, muscle structures, and digestion. Contained in the following food ingredients: nuts (cashews, pistachios), buckwheat, peas, cabbage (Brussels sprouts, broccoli), tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini.
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin). Promotes the absorption of selenium, zinc, iron, and participates in the synthesis of vitamin A, which is important for the normal formation of connective tissue and adequate hemodynamics. It is found in high concentrations in eggs (quail, chicken), lean meat (chicken breast, turkey, young calves), greens, and cereals (rice, corn).
Vitamin B3 (niacin). Affects the condition of the skin, improves immunity, regulates cholesterol balance, participates in the synthesis of hormones, and cleanses toxins and toxic substances. Contained in apples, avocados, potatoes, white poultry meat, cereals (barley, oatmeal, wheat germ).
Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid). Actively participates in metabolism, promotes the breakdown of fats, normal regeneration of skin cells, and reduces cholesterol levels. Found in poultry, nuts, avocados, broccoli, and almost all legumes (beans, peas, beans).
Vitamin B7 (biotin, vitamin H). Participates in the synthesis of proteins, carbohydrates, promotes the production of “good” cholesterol, hormones for the formation of the thyroid gland. Biotin has a positive effect on the level of the glycemic index and prevents congenital pathologies of fetal development in relation to metabolism. Contained in bananas, meat by-products (liver, hearts, kidneys), yeast. It is healthy to eat dark chocolate, milk, and egg yolks. Biotin is necessary for the healthy development of the fetus due to the active synthesis of glucokinase, which is involved in carbohydrate metabolism, namely, in the formation of tendons and muscle-connective tissue.
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Vitamin C (ascorbic acid). It is a water-soluble antioxidant that suppresses the production of free radicals, stimulates the body's protective functions, and promotes iron absorption. An adequate daily dose for pregnant women at 16 weeks is from 60 to 100 mg per day. It is found in large quantities in citrus fruits (oranges, tangerines, lemons with zest), black currants, sea buckthorn berries, and in a decoction of rose hips.
Vitamin D3 (otherwise known as cholecalciferol). Synthesized in the adrenal glands under the influence of sunlight, it increases the absorption of calcium, iodine, selenium, and phosphorus. Cholecalciferol ensures the strength of the immune system, forms bone tissue, tooth buds, and adequate metabolism. Cholecalciferol is found in fish oil, butter, rennet cheeses, and red caviar.
Vitamin E (tocopherol). Participates in the formation of the respiratory organs: lungs, respiratory tract. The daily dose is 10 mg. A lack of vitamin often leads to intrauterine hypoxia of the fetus, up to frozen pregnancy or miscarriage. Tocopherol is found in vegetable oils (linseed, corn, olive, sunflower, rapeseed, sesame, sea buckthorn).
Vitamin K (lipophilic fat-soluble and hydrophobic vitamins). Participates in the formation of skeletal bones, participates in the synthesis of protein, phosphorus, vitamin D, and prevents the occurrence of early osteoporosis in children and bone deformities. Contained in the following foods: all greens, fresh vegetables, nuts (especially pine), dried figs, dried fruits, kiwi.
Vitamin P (rutoside, rutin, natural complex of bioflavonoids). It has a powerful antioxidant effect, has pronounced detoxifying properties, and helps cope with infectious and inflammatory processes. Under the influence of rutin, the function of the fetal cerebral cortex improves, suppresses allergic reactions, and reduces the risks of pathologies from the cardiovascular system. Included in apples, rose hips, black plums, tomatoes, onions, asparagus, dark chocolate.
Iron (from Latin ferrum). It is an important component of the blood, without which it is impossible to saturate the brain with oxygen. Considering that the volume of a pregnant woman almost doubles by the 16th week, the daily dosage should be 2 times greater. Lack of iron leads to chronic fetal hypoxia and woman's fatigue. It is found in large quantities in chicken or beef liver, pomegranates, cranberries and lingonberries, buckwheat with milk.
Iodine. The component is vital for the normal function of the thyroid gland and pituitary gland. If there is a lack of iodine, the woman’s body begins to compensatoryly use up the resources of the baby’s thyroid gland. For the normal formation of the brain, central nervous system, and thyroid gland, pregnant women at 16 weeks are advised to take a double daily dose of iodine. Iodine can also be obtained from food by eating seaweed, seafood and fish, and fish oil.
Calcium (calcium gluconate). Mineral No. 1 for the normal formation of skeletal bones, tooth buds, blood clotting and hemodynamics in general. Calcium gluconate is necessary for both mother and fetus. Daily calcium intake is 250 mg. The mineral is a conductor for magnesium and vitamin D, improving their absorption and absorption. At week 16, it is recommended to include cottage cheese in the diet (more often than 3-4 times a week), sour cream, and powdered eggshells. In the absence of an additional source of calcium, a woman’s body experiences increased stress, which is reflected in hair loss and brittleness, and dental diseases. Calcium is taken throughout pregnancy and lactation.
Zinc. The mineral is involved in osteogenesis, ensures correct genomic structures, activates the division and growth of tissue cells, and creates conditions for the normal development of hematopoietic organs. The daily dose is 13-15 mg, for the entire pregnancy - 375-400 mg. To compensate for the lack of zinc, the diet includes pumpkin seeds, wheat germ, chicken egg yolks, beans, and coconut milk.
Lutein (nutrient, group of oxygen-containing carotenoids). It is of enormous importance in the development of the fetal visual apparatus and brain. If there is a deficiency, the mother’s vision deteriorates; it replenishes the body’s resource costs throughout pregnancy, starting from 15-16 weeks. Contained in orange and green fruits, vegetables, nuts, quail eggs.
Selenium. Necessary for the normal maintenance of the nervous and cardiovascular systems, strengthens muscle structures, and participates in the formation of healthy connective tissue (especially kidney and liver tissue). It is found in large quantities in broccoli, tuna liver, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, corn, legumes, fish and seafood.
Mom at 16 weeks pregnant
The expectant mother's immunity has two main enemies: stress and infectious diseases. The fact is that you have to carry a child for 9 months - during this period several seasons will change, dangerous both in terms of the development of infectious diseases and in terms of viral infection. Methods for preventing infections have been well known since childhood: wash your hands with soap, thoroughly wash vegetables, fruits and berries, spend less time in crowded places during periods of raging flu or acute respiratory infections, and if this is not possible, wear a respiratory bandage, walk more in the fresh air.
Start hardening your body, as this procedure will increase your energy potential. Scientists have found that hardened mothers are more adapted to the stress (mental and physical) associated with bearing a child and experience labor pain much easier. Hardening strengthens the cardiovascular system, activates the gastrointestinal tract, the body’s cleansing system, has a beneficial effect on the nervous system, and improves the metabolic process.
Although all this happens in the mother’s body, it is important for your baby, as it significantly improves development conditions. Good types of hardening are permissible physical activity, swimming, dousing with water, and contrast showers. A slight decrease in temperature in the abdominal area during swimming, a contrast shower or dousing with water will give the Baby new sensations, as well as active movements. The fact is that the skin of a very tiny person is a very sensitive organ, and the signals coming from it train brain activity in their own way.
Be sure to walk at a comfortable pace, because a walk is not only a source of energy for you, but also a source of oxygen for the Baby. Oxygen nourishes brain cells and thereby contributes to the development of the most important organ. And what parents don’t dream of their child being smart and intelligent?
For a growing Baby, the measured swaying motions during mother's walking are training of the vestibular apparatus and at the same time a way... to sleep sweetly (in the future, such a wonderful state, when the Baby sleeps next to the mother's body, and your hands remain free, can only be achieved with the help sling).
16th week of pregnancy: Video "Second trimester screening"
Ekaterina Morozova
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This record was checked by a gynecologist-endocrinologist, mammologist, and ultrasound specialist.
The child’s age is the 14th week (thirteen full), pregnancy is the 16th obstetric week (fifteen full).
The sixteenth obstetric week is the 14th week of fetal development. The countdown to the second trimester of pregnancy begins!
This period is rich in sensations. The cheeks and lips of a pregnant woman turn pink due to an increase in the volume of circulating blood. The fetus continues to grow actively, and the mother continues to recover.
Feelings of a pregnant woman at 16 weeks
- Women who have already had children begin feel. Those expecting their firstborn will experience these feelings later - at 18, or even 20 weeks. The fetus is still small, so its turns and points are not perceived by the woman. The first movements are similar to the sensations of gases moving through the digestive tract;
- The woman’s general well-being improves significantly;
- More and more often, the expectant mother experiences joyful excitement;
- As the baby grows, so does the mother’s appetite;
- The usual clothes become tight and you have to switch to more spacious ones, although clothes from the store are not yet suitable for expectant mothers;
- For many expectant mothers, it is possible at this stage changes in skin pigmentation, which usually disappear after the birth of the baby - the nipples and the skin around them darken, as well as the midline of the abdomen, freckles and moles;
- The belly of a pregnant woman begins to noticeably round, and the waist gradually smoothes out;
- Tired legs appear. The center of gravity of the body shifts, weight is gained - the load on the legs increases significantly. It is at 16 weeks that a woman develops a characteristic duck-like gait.
Forums: What do women say about their well-being?
Natasha:
And I’ve been wearing maternity clothes for a long time! Your belly is getting rounder right before your eyes! And my breasts have increased by one and a half sizes. My husband is delighted!))) The mood is great, the energy is in full swing!
Hm. I've also been wearing maternity clothes for a long time. It’s already impossible to hide your belly - everyone congratulates you en masse.)) Joy is overflowing, in fact, just like not caring about work.))
Marina:
I gained six kilos. 🙁 Apparently, my nightly cravings for the refrigerator are taking a toll. My husband said to put a lock on it. 🙂 I already use all sorts of creams to prevent stretch marks. Everything has grown by leaps and bounds - butt, chest, tummy. 🙂
Vaska:
We're 16 weeks! 🙂 I only gained 2 and a half kg. It’s annoying that I can no longer wear my favorite tight pants. I eat everything in a row - from sandwiches to meat, if my belly wants it, then I can’t deny myself this. 🙂
Nina:
I don’t want to sleep at all now, girls! Vimes! The mood is great! The pressure is low, of course, you will have to “crack” intravenous glucose. There are problems with underwear - the elastic bands get in the way, everything is uncomfortable, only my husband’s “parachutes” fit properly. 🙂 I wear them! 🙂
What happens in the mother's body?
- The uterus expands and the amount of amniotic fluid is already about 250 ml;
- The active work of the mammary glands begins, the breasts become sensitive and swell. Due to increased blood flow a venous pattern appears and Montgomery tubercles appear;
- By the period of 16 weeks, the expectant mother has gained about 5-7 kg weight;
- Appearance changes - possible the appearance of stretch marks on the abdomen, buttocks, chest and thighs;
- At 16 weeks, the uterus is located centrally between the navel and pubic bone, causing the ligaments to stretch and thicken as it grows. This can cause pain in the abdomen, back, groin and thighs;
- Also typical for this period numbness and tingling of hands– carpal tunnel syndrome, itching in the abdomen, feet and palms;
- Swelling of the fingers, face and ankles– is no exception for this period. But you should be careful about gaining weight too quickly - it can be a symptom of preeclampsia;
- Urination is normalized, which cannot be said about the work of the intestines - its work is complicated by lethargy of the muscle wall. Constipation poses a threat of miscarriage - you should pay more attention to the issue of nutrition and regular bowel movements;
- Sometimes women at 16 weeks may experience pyelonephritis, provoked by the hormonal influence of progesterone and causing the threat of premature birth.
Fetal development at 16 weeks
- At 16 weeks The baby is already holding his head straight, his facial muscles are formed, and he involuntarily winks, frowns and opens his mouth;
- There is already enough calcium for the formation of bones, joints of the legs and arms have formed, and the process of bone hardening began;
- The body and face are covered with fluff (lanugo);
- The baby's skin is still very thin, and blood vessels are visible through it;
- It is already possible to determine the gender of the unborn child;
- The baby moves a lot and sucks his thumb, although the woman may not feel it yet;
- The fetal chest performs respiratory movements, and his heart beats twice as fast as his mother’s;
- The fingers are already acquiring their own unique skin pattern;
- Marigolds are formed– long and sharp;
- The bladder is emptied every 40 minutes;
- The baby's weight reaches from 75 to 115 g;
- Height – about 11-16 cm (approximately 8-12 cm from head to pelvic end);
- The child's movements become more coordinated. The baby can already make swallowing movements, suck, turn your head, stretch, spit, yawn and even fart. And clench your fingers into fists and play with your legs and arms;
- The umbilical cord is strong and elastic, capable of withstanding a load of up to 5-6 kg. By the 16th week of pregnancy, its length is already 40-50 cm, and its diameter is about 2 cm;
- Neurons (nerve cells) are actively growing. Their number increases by 5000 units every second;
- The adrenal cortex makes up 80 percent of the total mass. They already produce the required amount of hormones;
- The pituitary gland begins to work, the control of the nervous system by the baby’s body becomes more noticeable;
- In girls at 16 weeks, the ovaries descend into the pelvic area, the fallopian tubes, uterus and vagina are formed. In boys, the external genitalia are formed, but the testicles are still in the abdominal cavity;
- The baby's breathing is still carried out through the placenta;
- Digestive function added to existing liver functions;
- Fetal blood contains red blood cells, monocytes and lymphocytes. Hemoglobin begins to be synthesized;
- The baby is already responding to the voices of loved ones, hears music and sounds;
- The ears and eyes are in their place, the eyelids are separated, and the nose shape and already eyebrows and eyelashes appear;
- The subcutaneous tissue is not yet fully developed, the baby’s body is covered with a white lubricant that protects it until birth;
- The heart works at a frequency of 150-160 beats per minute.
Fetal dimensions at 16 weeks:
Head size(fronto-occipital) is about 32 mm
Abdomen diameter– about 31.6 mm
Chest diameter– about 31.9 mm
Placenta thickness reaches 18.55 mm by this time
Ultrasound at the 16th week, photo of the fetus, photo of the mother’s abdomen, video
Ultrasound at 16 weeks
Belly of a woman at 16 weeks
Video about baby development at 16 weeks of pregnancy
Nutrition for the expectant mother at 16 weeks
- Vegetarianism o, which is very fashionable today, is not an obstacle to bearing a child. Especially when vitamin and mineral complexes are included in the diet. But strict vegetarianism and a woman’s absolute refusal of animal proteins deprives the baby of essential amino acids. This can cause disturbances in the development of the fetus and cause complications;
- Strict diets, fasting and fasting are strictly contraindicated for pregnant women;
- The diet should include products that fully satisfy the needs of mother and child for vitamins, minerals and nutrients;
- Protein sources– meat, dairy products, fish, legumes, nuts, cereals, seeds. Chicken, beef, rabbit and turkey are the healthiest. Fish should be present in the diet at least twice a week;
- Complex carbohydrates are preferred that do not cause weight gain and take a long time to digest - wholemeal bread, bran, whole cereals, fruits and vegetables with peel; look, .
- There should be more vegetable fats than animal fats, and salt should be replaced with iodized salt and used in minimal quantities;
- There is no need to limit yourself in liquids. The amount of fluid you drink per day should be equal to 1.5-2 liters.
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