5. Relieve swelling and inflammation:
Anthocyanin, the red pigment in cherries, is known to be very effective in reducing the inflammation, swelling and joint pains that you usually experience when you are pregnant.
6. Prevent gestational diabetes:
These nutrient-dense foods also help in keeping the blood sugar levels under control and thereby may assist in preventing gestational diabetes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), gestational diabetes affects between 2% and 10% of pregnancies in the United States annually.