The pound or pound-mass (abbreviations: lb, lbm, lbm, â[1]) is a unit of mass with several definitions. Nowadays, the most common is the international avoirdupois pound which is legally defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. A pound is equal to 16 ounces. Kilograms.
Dried Beans & Lentils. All women need 10 extra grams of protein a day during pregnancy (for a total of at least 60 grams); beans and lentils are an excellent source, with about 15 grams per cup. They're also high in fiber, which helps to combat constipation. And 1 cup of cooked lentils meets half of your daily folate requirement.
Food Choices During Pregnancy. When you're pregnant, your baby lives and grows on what you eat. A mother who eats healthy foods is more likely to have a good pregnancy, give birth to a healthy baby, and have a good supply of breast milk. General Guidelines.