This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: General obstetrics, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
[{'content': 'Daily caloric needs in pregnancy are about........kilocalories? \nSelect and explain. \nA. 1000, B. 1500, C. 2500, D. 3500', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: C \nExplanation: The pregnant women should have a light but nutritious diet. She needs an extra 300 kcal per day especially from the second trimester onwards, I.e, a total of 2500 kcal per day. About 60g of extra dietary protein should be provided daily i.e, 20g in addition to the usual requirement. (refer pgno: 95 Sheila 2nd edition)', 'role': 'assistant'}]