Protein is by far the most important macro nutrient needed during pregnancy. It is required for construction of your baby's body. Protein malnutrition is a serious problem and can result in premature delivery, poor brain development, immune system weakness, and a failure to maximize genetic potential during fetal development.

Our government has arbitrarily set the non-pregnancy suggestion for protein on the low side at 50 grams per day, meaning 10% of a 2000 calorie per day diet. You are supposed to eat 300-400 more calories per day when you are pregnant, and our government suggests this should give you another 10 grams of ...