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Participant nutrient intakes during pregnancy
| First trimester | Second trimester | |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrient | Mean (SD) (n = 947) | Mean (SD) (n = 910) |
| Protein (% of energy) | 17.4 (2.9) | 17.6 (2.8) |
| Protein (g/day) | 88.8 (29.6) | 92.2 (28.4) |
| Animal protein (g/day) | 60.8 (23.9) | 64.3 (22.9) |
| Animal protein (% of energy) | 12.0 (3.3) | 12.3 (3.1) |
| Carbohydrates (% of energy) | 55.5 (7.0) | 54.5 (6.8) |
| Fat (% of energy) | 28.2 (5.3) | 29.7 (5.3) |
| Total calories (kcal/day) | 2044 (626) | 2112 (614) |
