Pregnant women are supposed to resist the urge to look things up on the internet, but it can be just too tempting to get answers to things like whether or not you can take a bath, dye your hair or drink coffee. This can be especially true regarding nutrition, as pregnant women want to ensure they're doing the right thing for their and their baby's health.

Protein intake is essential in pregnancy and might be something you've wondered about, but it can be hard to think about stomaching massive amounts of protein daily. Enter the protein shake. If you're asking yourself, can you drink protein shakes when pregnant" Read on to hear what our experts say.
Can you drink protein shakes when pregnant"
The short answer is yes, you can drink protein shakes while pregnant, says Robyn Van Hooks, RDN, LD, a clinical dietitian in women's health at UH Rainbow Ahuja Center for Women and Children. "Consuming the recommended amount of protein per day can be tough at times, especially if you're dealing with morning sickness, food aversions or a hectic schedule," she says. A shake can make getting the recommended protein amount easier.
Remember, pregnant women?despite the old saying that you're eating for two?only need a few hundred extra calories daily. A pregnancy-safe protein powder or shake can be a good idea if you cannot get sufficient calories and sufficient protein. However, if it's one filled with additives, sugar or ingredients high in calories, especially ...