proportional - one of the quantities in a mathematical proportion. quantity - the concept that something has a magnitude and can be represented in mathematical expressions by a constant or a variable.
The third trimester is when women should eat around 500 extra calories per day. Special Considerations. While the 300 calorie per day example above is just an example, there are some special cases in which a woman might need to adjust her daily calorie intake to fit her needs.
Pregnancy Calorie Calculator. During pregnancy, the American Pregnancy Association recommends an additional 300 calories per day during the second and third trimesters. This calculator is just an estimate. If you are gaining weight too quickly, simply lower your calorie intake by 50-100 calories per day for one week at a time. Alternatively, if you are not gaining enough weight, you can add in 50-100 calories per day. Read here my thoughts on REAL healthy weight gain during pregnancy.