YOGYAKARTA - Foods that men's pregnant women like are often associated with the myth of salted and spicy fever. Is it really related to the gender of the baby? Let's explore the medical facts.

Many pregnant women believe the pattern of fever can predict gender. However, what do scientific research says about eating habits during pregnancy? Check out the full explanation here.

Many pregnant women believe that drinking salted foods such as chips, French fries, or meat is a sign that they contain boys. This myth has passed down from generation to generation.

Apart from salt, spicy foods such as chili sauce, spicy noodles, or rica-rica chicken are also often associated with boys' pregnancy. There is even the belief that male pregnant women prefer high-protein foods such as beef, chicken, or seafood.

This myth stems from the subjective experience of many mothers who claim to experience similar breeds when pregnant with boys. However, is there a scientific basis?

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The medical fact, reported by the Red Crab Juicy Seafood page, is that there is no strong scientific evidence that connects the type of food that is stagnant with the baby's gender.

Ngidam occurs due to hormonal changes, especially the increase in the HCG hormone (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) and progesterons that affect taste and smell.

Then psychological factors also play a role, namely when pregnant women hear a myth about certain complaints, thoughts can affect their desire to eat.

Snacks of salty food may suggest the body needs additional sodium as blood volume increases during pregnancy.

Then the desire to eat meat or high protein can be a signal that the body needs iron and protein for fetal development. So, fever is more related to the nutritional needs of the body, not the gender of the baby that is contained.

Pregnant women often have salted foods such as chips, popcorn,tinellers, orASHes. Hot foods such as chili sauce, cayenne pepper, or spicy noodles are also popular.

Meanwhile, red meat, fried chicken, and seafood such as shrimp or salmon are a favorite choice. Acid foods such as oranges,ENTures, or sour candy are also often desirable.

Medically, this happens because the body needs sodium, protein, iron, and omega-3 to support pregnancy. The hormonal changes also make the sense of taste more sensitive, so pregnant women tend to like a strong and brave taste.

Although fever is normal, you should maintain balanced nutrition. Choose more healthy salty snacks such as grilled beans or popcorn without butter. If you want meat, choose those that are roasted or boiled, not fried.

In addition, increase the consumption of quality protein, iron from red and spinach meat, folic acid from green vegetables, and calcium from milk and cheese.

Avoid raw foods, high seafood mercury such as large tuna, and too salty foods that can increase blood pressure. Consult with obstetricians to ensure nutritional needs are met properly during pregnancy.

Thus, certain foods for pregnant women that can show fetal gender are a myth rather than a medical fact. Ngidam reflects the body's nutritional needs, not the baby's gender.

So enjoy chatting wisely and keep a balanced diet. Routine consultation with doctors is highly recommended for a healthy pregnancy.

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