Category Archives: Pregnancy Diet

Just Say No To Nuts During Pregnancy

By ashwin | February 10, 2010

Just Say No To Nuts During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a phase that transforms a woman’s life. It is one of the most awaited occasions for a woman. However, pregnancy needs a lot of care, concern, and precautions.
As pregnancy and labor can be immensely tiresome for a woman, it is essential that you follow a proper diet [...]

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Iron Intake During Pregnancy

By ashwin | December 29, 2009

Iron Intake During Pregnancy
When you are pregnant, it is important to keep in mind that your child’s system is growing and changing inside you. Your child grows, and with him/her, so does your body. Your child thus needs more iron to keep up with his growing blood supply. There are several simple ways of increasing [...]

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Folic Acid During Pregnancy

By ashwin | December 29, 2009

Folic Acid During Pregnancy
Folic acid is a crucial nutrient that should be present in a pregnant woman’s diet, as its deficiency may cause the baby to be born with neural tube defects like spina bifida and anecephaly that can mean a lifetime of paralysis or retarded mental growth. In the absence of sufficient amount of [...]

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Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy

By ashwin | December 29, 2009

Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
Eating a well balanced, nutritious diet is essential during pregnancy for the proper development of the fetus and the good health of the mother. However, there are certain foods that you should avoid during this period. Though seafood is a rich source of proteins, mercury present in older and larger fish [...]

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Adopting to Pregnancy Diet and Pregnancy Lifestyle

By ashwin | November 6, 2009

Adopting to Pregnancy Diet and Pregnancy Lifestyle

The journey to parenthood is one of the most amazing experiences in life that comes with a variety of responsibilities and choices. It is also a phase that needs special care and thought, particularly in relation to diet and lifestyle. Planning a change in dietary patterns and lifestyle indicates [...]

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