A non-pregnant woman requires 1,600 Calories per day to maintain her desirable body weight. How many Calories would she need if she were in the third trimester of pregnancy?

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During the third trimester of pregnancy, a woman typically needs an additional 450 Calories per day on top of her normal caloric intake to support fetal growth and her increased metabolic rate, making the total 2,050 Calories (1,600 + 450).

A Non-Pregnant Woman Requires 1,600 Calories Per Day to Maintain