Zoey's doctor advised her to be especially careful with her diet in the first trimester. if you had to explain to zoey why this time period is so impo

this is the period of formation of required organs and systems of the fetus, therefore diet that interferes with this processes should be avoided.

Explanation:

Foods which are toxic in the first three month-first trimester) should be avoided, because they can interfere with the formation of organs and systems. Specifically, high mercury fish and raw fish should not be taken. Under cooked meat, alcohol, unpasteurised milk should also be avoided. (mercury is toxic, it damages the nervous system)

Rather, legumes, citrus, dark leafy vegetables, poultry, whole grains, Vit C rich foods and all foods with essential minerals should be taken.