Nutrients, how much more and why do you need, and where to get them?

Riboflavin- The demand during pregnancy increases by 25% compared to a non-pregnant woman.

Why does a pregnant woman need Ribolavin?

Riboflavin is crucial to the pregnant woman for:

• development and growth of fetus, a deficiency may lead to birth defects. In addition, a deficiency of riboflavin has been linked to pre-term birth (this is birth before 37 weeks and is associated with multiple complications)
• proper regulation of blood pressure, a deficiency may lead to pre-eclampsia (Pre-eclampsia is a potentially serious condition characterized by high blood pressure and damage to organs, usually liver and kidneys)
• proper functioning of red blood cells, a deficiency may lead to anemia (when the body does not have enough "healthy" red blood cells to function properly)  
• maintaining a healthy immune system, a deficiency may lead to poor immune function and making pregnant women more susceptible to infections and illnesses

So, in what foods is Riboflavin found?

• Meats 
• Fortified foods 
• Nuts 
• Green vegetables 
• Dairy milk 
• Yogurt 
• Cheese                                 
• Eggs 
• Lean beef 
• Organ meats 
• Chicken breast 
• Salmon
• Almonds 
• Spinach