How To Avoid Stretch Marks During Pregnancy? Stretch marks happen when your body grows faster than your skin can keep up with. This causes the elastic fibers just under the surface of the skin to break, resulting in stretch marks.
You gain about 15 kgs during the 9 months you are pregnant. Growing that fast can leave you with stretch marks, especially on your belly and breasts, two areas that grow the most. Stretch marks can also show up on the thighs, buttocks, and upper arms. The marks often start out reddish or purple, but after pregnancy, they gradually fade to white or gray.
So here are the things you can do to prevent stretch marks. Kindly consult your doctor for more details.
HYDRATION
Keep your body well hydrated. During pregnancy, your blood volume is increasing and you are building a huge water sack for your baby to stay in. Your body has increased demand for hydration. Your skin also needs to be hydrated for optimal skin elasticity. Dry lips or throat is a sure sign of dehydration. Being tired, having headaches or a lack of concentration can also be a sign that you are dehydrated.
VITAMIN C
The body uses Vitamin C to form collagen and cartilage. Vitamin C is also highly effective in reducing free radical damage. Free radicals consume collagen and elastin. It is best to get Vitamin C from a natural food source instead of a supplement. Foods high in vitamin C include red and green bell peppers, guava, kale, parsley greens, turnips, and broccoli.
OIL TREATMENTS
Beneficial oils include Olive oil, Vitamin E oil, Essential oils, and castor oil. Vitamin E oil can help improve skin elasticity as well and therefore prevent stretch marks.
ZINC
Zinc deficiency is one reason people are more likely to get stretch marks. It can be found in abundance in chicken, lamb, beef, eggs, nuts, legumes, and whole grains.
