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This month we want to talk about Spinach (Palak). These leafy greens are packed with folate.

Ragi is what people in Asian, especially India, choose as their cereal. Just like oat, ragi also has a lot of health benefits for a pregnant mother as well as a new mom who want to do exclusive breastfeeding for her newborn baby.

Approximately 300 extra calories are needed daily to maintain a healthy pregnancy. These calories should come from a balanced diet of protein, carbohydrates, fats, and vitamins. Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains should be the primary source of nutrition and sweets and fats should be kept to a minimum.

This month we will be sharing with you the recipe for Moong dal dosa or Pesarattu. The cereal and pulse combination makes this recipe a good source of quality protein. Read about proteins during pregnancy here

Recipe - Moong dal dosa or Pesarrattu

These thin, crisp dosas made of moong dal and rice make a terrific breakfast, especially during your first trimester. These are also called as Pesarattu in Telugu.

You can add parboiled rice to the recipe to make it more nutritious and to increase the fiber content.