Drinking large amounts of water during pregnancy is essential to avoid dehydration and constipation. However, there is a false belief that excessive water consumption causes an increase in the amount of amniotic fluid.
Another recommendation is to drink semi-skimmed or skimmed milk during pregnancy as it is a source of calcium that helps fetal bone development.
On the other hand, drinking large quantities of coffee or alcohol during pregnancy is totally forbidden.
Read the full article on: Truths and lies about nutrition in pregnancy ( 72).
By Claudia Flores M.D. (gynaecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 05/28/2024
