Additional energy requirement during Pregnancy (Kcalories/day): (A) +300 kcal, (B) +600 kcal, (C) +350 kcal, (D) +520 kcal
Answer is C. Energy requirement MAN WOMAN Sedentary 2300 1900 (kcal/day) Moderate 2700 2200 (kcal/day) Heavy 3500 2900 (kcal/day) Additional energy requirements 2/3rd trimester - + 350 1st trimester- 150 2/3rd trimester - 350 Lactation 0-6 month = +600 6-12 month = +520