Pregnancy Nutrition

Best Prenatal Vitamins

Supplying your body with essential nutrients during pregnancy is a top priority. In addition to eating lots of healthy foods, don't skimp on quality when it comes to your prenatal vitamin. Here are the top picks for quality and best-value prenatal supplements.

Published by Lindsay Evans (5381 pts) on May 22, 2009 to
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What to Eat While Breastfeeding

It may suprise you to know that you don't need to change what you eat while breastfeeding; there is no such thing as a specific breastfeeding diet. But lactating women do need to eat healthy so the quantity of the breastmilk and their own general health doesn't suffer.

Published by TheresaHalvorsen (2586 pts) on May 13, 2009 to
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What Vitamins are Needed During Pregnancy?

The healthy development and growth of a fetus depends on a balanced diet by the expectant mother. The baby requires a host of vitamins for its sustenance and the pregnant mother's diet should ideally cater to these requirements. What vitamins are needed during pregnancy? Find out here.

Published by nayab (499 pts) on May 4, 2009 to
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Natural Cures for Constipation During Pregnancy

It may be embarrassing, but due to the surge of new hormones in your pregnant body, constipation is a fact of life for an expectant mother. There are many consequences to constipation if you are pregnant. Fortunately, there are several natural ways to ease your discomfort.

Published by shellconnors (120 pts) on May 4, 2009 to
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How to Avoid Gaining Too Much Weight During Pregnancy

It's tricky to not overeat when you're eating for two. This article contains food combinations to add to your diet while you're pregnant that won't put you over the edge.

Published by KJ Fitness,Ink (3333 pts) on May 4, 2009 to
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Healthy Weight Gain Tips for Pregnancy

Many expecting moms fret the unavoidable weight gain during their pregnancy. How can a seven pound baby cause 30 pounds of extra weight? It is critical for expectant mothers to understand there are many healthy ways they can gain the pounds needed to nourish the growing baby inside them.

Published by shellconnors (120 pts) on May 4, 2009 to
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Foods for Fertility

Studies have shown that certain foods may be able to help couples who are trying to conceive. While many of the recommendations contained in this health and nutrition article follow regular dietary advice, there are also one or two surprising suggestions.

Published by fionayb (534 pts) on May 4, 2009 to
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What to Eat When You're Pregnant with Twins

Women pregnant with twins will need to pay special attention to their diet. They need extra calories and nutrition to make sure their pregnancy with twins is as healthy as possible. Find out what the average weight gain during pregnancy with twins should be and how to eat healthy.

Published by TheresaHalvorsen (2586 pts) on May 4, 2009 to
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Iron-Rich Foods to Eat During Pregnancy to Prevent Anemia

It's very important that women increase the amount of iron during a pregnancy. Anemia in pregnancy is a very real problem affecting millions of women each year. Luckily, you can fight off anemia with iron-rich foods such as spinach and increasing your Vitamin C intake.

Published by TheresaHalvorsen (2586 pts) on May 4, 2009 to
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Preventing Listeriosis During Pregnancy

Pregnant women are at a higher risk of getting an infection called listeriosis which can be in some deli meat and cheeses. A listeriosis infection can cause illness, miscarriage and even stillbirth. Find out how to eat deli meat during pregnancy and if cheeses such as feta cheese are safe.

Published by TheresaHalvorsen (2586 pts) on May 4, 2009 to
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