Nutrition before and during pregnancy has been recognized as one of the most important ways to prevent pregnancy complications (both fetal and maternal). The foods pregnant women eat set the stage for growth and development during pregnancy, because they provide vitamins, minerals and overall nutrition that can impact fetal and maternal health for decades after birth.
Pregnancy Nutrition and Food Guide
What you should and shouldn't eat while pregnant.
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Diet May Influence Baby’s Sex
Could choosing your baby's gender be as simple as changing the way you eat and diet? According to new research, it just may be, though not every dieter will find it simple.
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Fish and Shellfish During Pregnancy
It is recommended that pregnant women eat at least 12 oz of fish each week but to avoid fish with increased mercury levels.
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14 Healthy Foods That Fight Pain
While there is no single food that can treat pain, a healthy diet can be an important part of your pain-management strategy.
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Celery
There are more than 20 anti-inflammatory compounds in celery and celery seeds, including a substance called apigenin,
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Dark Leafy Greens
Dark leafy greens are very beneficial and can provide several much-needed nutrients to your diet.
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Spicy Food During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Capsaicin, the antioxidant that gives chili peppers their heat, has a wide range of health benefits.
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Can I Eat Too Many Carrots During Pregnancy?
Carrots do not harm the fetus and eating a lot cannot lead to too much Vitamin A
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Go Nuts for Walnuts
When craving a healthy and satisfying snack, nuts may be one of the best foods to turn to- and according to new research, some types are even healthier than others.
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Are Acai Bowls All They’re Cracked Up To Be?
Unless you’ve been in hiding, you’ve likely heard about the latest rave for breakfast: Acai bowls. Trendy shops focusing on the breakfast craze are popping up all over, but how healthy are they really? And how often should you be eating them?
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Peanut Consumption During Pregnancy Packs a Plus
A new study suggests that pregnant and breastfeeding women should eat peanuts during pregnancy to protect child from future peanut allergy.
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A Soy Savvy Pregnancy: Is Soy Helpful or Harmful to Health?
Some researchers have cautioned against consumption of soy protein, reporting findings that soy increases the risk of breast cancer. This, however, is not the case.
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Raw Milk May Put You at Risk both During and After Pregnancy
Though it's commendable that many people are attempting to eat less processed, more natural and wholesome foods, there are certain cases when this isn't the best option.
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Pre-Pregnancy Diet and Gestational Diabetes
Eating the right types of foods before becoming pregnant can decrease awoman's risk of developing gestational diabetes (GDM) during pregnancy.
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How Much Iodine Is Too Much During Pregnancy?
With a healthy diet and help of daily prenatal vitamin, most pregnant and breastfeeding women are sure to get enough of all essential vitamins and minerals but are they consuming too much of them?
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Are Pickles the Perfect Baby Snack?
Today my sister-in-law sent a video of her four-month-old son eating a
pickle as a snack. The video was absolutely adorable. He is just on the
verge of short words (he’s a very fast learner), so he was cooing as he
nibbled on the pickle proudly.
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Keeping Your Family Happy and Healthy
Busy schedules, stress, money woes, technology, illness, and disease. There are so many factors in life that take a toll on a family’s ability to be happy and healthy. If you want your loved ones to lead a long and fulfilling life, it is imperative for you to find ways to improve your well-being.
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How Alcohol Affects Your Pregnancy
Pregnant or planning to be? Stop drinking.
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Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
Learn what food to avoid before and during pregnancy!
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Fertility Diet Guide for Women and Men
Good nutrition can improve fertility!
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Think Twice About Hot Dogs During Pregnancy
Nothing like a hot dog but should you indulge?
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Vitamins and Minerals in Pregnancy - RDA
Prenatal vitamins and other supplements are advised for women who are trying to conceive, who are pregnant, and who are nursing. The RDA tells you how much vitramins are recommended.
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Boost Fertility Naturally with These 5 Foods
Baby-making can be as delicious as it is fun. These five foods are not just yummy, they deliver nutrients that boost a woman's fertility and create optimum health during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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Nutritious Fast Foods During Pregnancy
There are several nutritious and healthy fast foods that are safe to consume during pregnancy.
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Is It Safe to Eat Pate or Liver While Pregnant?
Wondering if it is safe to eat liver or pate during pregnancy? Keep reading!
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Ground Meat During Pregnancy - Is It Safe?
Ground beef or ground meat is not recommended for pregnant women, especially if it's undercooked. This is because ground meat can be contaminated.
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Are Artificial Sweeteners Safe During Pregnancy?
If you use artificial sweeteners and are pregnant, it is always best to
talk with your care provider on which sweetener you are using and how
much you are consuming.
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Is Chocolate Healthy?
New study shows chocolate has heart healthy effects in diabetic women.
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Skipped Meals Cause Big Bellies
Modern food science is increasingly finding that when we eat is as important as what and how much we eat and the findings often defy what seems to be common sense. One such example is skipping meals.
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Pro-Fertility Diet
Can diet play an important role in fertility? Read about these popular diets that promote fertility health.
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Should You Eat Red Meat During Pregnancy?
Meat is a great source of protein- an essential nutrient every woman must consume during pregnancy. But red meat is not an optimal protein source for pregnant women.
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How Much Caffeine is in...?
How much caffeine is there in coffee and other caffeinated products?
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Your Baby’s Food Allergies
It’s not uncommon to think that your baby might have a food allergy. Especially since some maternal behavior is tied to allergies in babies, you might worry that any strange behavior or illness your baby is showing is related to an allergic reaction.
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Tea And Pregnancy
Your guide to drinking tea in pregnancy
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Prebiotics and Probiotics During Pregnancy
Many women experience a form of gastrointestinal discomfort at some point during their pregnancy: nausea, vomiting, constipation or diarrhea. For women who experience them frequently or who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome, there may want to try probiotics and prebiotics.
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Three Fall Foods Are More Nutritious Than You May Think
From golden to red hues and sweet to tart flavors, apples can please almost any palate. Apples are full of antioxidants which are linked to the prevention and control of gestational diabetes.
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Food Prep Precautions During Pregnancy
Take these precautions when preparing food.
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How Much Caffeine Is in Tea?
During pregnancy, you should limit your daily caffeine intake to under 200 mg. Tea contains caffeine and depending on which tea you drink, and how much you drink.
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Is Antibiotic-Laced Burger Meat Unhealthy?
A new study from Consumer Reports may suggest some rethinking about your beloved burger is in order. Industrial-scale beef producers include antibiotics as a daily part of their livestock’s diet.
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Do Fish Oil Supplements Increase Children’s Intelligence?
Two essential omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oil, EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are extremely important during pregnancy, but can extra supplementation beyond diet increases a child's intelligence?
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9 Ways to Maintain Your Fertility Diet on Thanksgiving
TTC? It's an important time to maintain your healthy fertility eating plan.
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Is Pumpkin Spice Safe During Pregnancy?
Pumpkin has a range of health benefits but what about pumpkin spice?
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Is It Safe To Eat Sushi During Pregnancy?
Eating sushi is part of a healthy diet, but can it harm my unborn baby?
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Diet Sodas During Pregnancy
Diet soda during pregnancy is an issue that still has not been completely decided.
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The Best Breastfeeding Diet
You may have heard the saying, 'You are what you eat.' The same saying goes for baby. The best breastfeeding diet is one rich in whole foods and healthy vitamins.
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Fish, Mercury, and Pregnancy
Too much mercury can harm an unborn baby.
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Is Smoked Seafood Safe During Pregnancy?
Is it safe to eat smoked seafood during pregnancy?
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Raw Meat and Pregnancy
Toxoplasmosis causes the most severe damage in the first trimester.
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Are Cold Cuts Safe During Pregnancy?
Be careful with lunch and deli meats during pregnancy.
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Can I Eat Cheese During Pregnancy?
Certain types of cheese pose a risk during pregnancy.
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