The risk of iron-deficiency anemia is highest for women who: 1  Are pregnant. Iron-deficiency anemia affects one in six pregnant women.1 You need more iron during pregnancy to support your unborn babyâs development. 2  Have heavy menstrual periods.
Letâs sum up what weâve learned in this chapterâ¦. 1  Choose fats found in fish, nuts, and vegetables. 2  Know your limits on fats, salt, and sugars. 3  Use the Nutrition Facts label on foods.  Choose and prepare foods and beverages with little salt (sodium) and/or added sugars (caloric sweeteners).
To really control your blood sugar, you need to focus on foods that your body digests slowly, so that blood sugar is then released into your bloodstream slowly and steadily. But go the extra mile, and make sure the foods you choose are nutritious, too. Here are some good examples of foods that can lower your blood sugar: 1  Beans -- Not only are beans (like kidney and pinto) a low-fat, nutritious source of protein, but they're also high in fiber. 2  And that's just what you want, because high-fiber foods slow down digestion.