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Common Challenges-pregnancy, Nutrition Pregnancy, Mommies, Nutrition-mom, Post-Pregnancy, First Trimester, Second Trimester, Third Trimester
Gastric complaints during Pregnancy – How to deal with them?
Post Views: 501 Gastric discomfort is one of the common concerns during pregnancy. Gastric problems can range from mild discomfort to painful cramps in the abdomen. These can be attributed to hormonal changes during pregnancy and diet. In addition, some women may already have gastrointestinal (GI) conditions that can deteriorate during pregnancy and may need specific attention. Why does pregnancy cause gastric discomfort? Nausea and vomiting, diarrhoea, bloating, and constipation are common issues during pregnancy. Your body naturally creates more progesterone (a hormone that helps sustain pregnancy) when you are pregnant to help develop your unborn child. Unfortunately, these elevated hormone levels also relax all the muscles in your body,…
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FOLIC ACID
Post Views: 677 Folate is the natural form of vitamin B9, which includes naturally occurring food folate and folic acid in supplements and fortified foods. The term folic acid relates specifically to the fully oxidized monoglutamate form of the vitamin synthesized for commercial use in supplements and fortified foods. Folic acid is required for the multiplication of red blood cells. It is one of the 2 vitamins associated with megaloblastic anemia (along with Vitamin B12). Why is Folic acid essential for the body? Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is essential for good health. Folate helps to form DNA and RNA and is involved in protein metabolism. Folate is also…
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Conception, Diet and Nutrition-preteen, Diet and Nutrition-teens, Nutrition Pregnancy, Mini-Adults, Mommies, Nutrition-mom
NUTRITIONAL REQUIREMENT THROUGH DIFFERENT STAGES OF A WOMAN’S LIFE
Post Views: 2,105 “If you check the health of a woman, you check the health of society.” -Rebecca Milner Women constitute 50% of the society and she raises the other 50%. She is the heart and soul of a family. She plays a prime role in nourishing and maintaining the health of the family. But while taking care of her loved ones, she often neglects her own health and nutritional requirements. A woman goes through different phases in her lifespan and each…
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Combating nausea during pregnancy
Post Views: 526 Nausea during pregnancy, unlike the name morning sickness, occurs all through the day. Experts believe that morning sickness is due to the ever-increasing levels of oestrogen and Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) in early pregnancy. The only solace to suffering this queasy feeling is that nausea means your baby is doing well due to the high levels of pregnancy hormones. But that definitely does not mean that something is wrong with your baby when you don’t have nausea. Here’s what you can do to combat this lousy feeling – Happy and Healthy Eating: Nausea is usually due to low blood sugar and acidity. Eat small meals every 2-3…
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Is there a right age for having a baby?
Post Views: 941 Well, most experts say any age is the right age for starting a family. How far is this true? While 20’s seems to be a perfect age for getting pregnant as you are at the peak of physical fitness, maturity and patience are more in your 30’s and 40’s assures more financial stability. Yes, getting pregnant at any age comes with its pluses and minuses. In today’s era where late marriage is a trend, achieving career heights and financial stability is a priority, family planning has surely taken a back seat especially in urban areas. For some couple’s family planning happens only after assuring enough financial security…
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Debunking Myths about Pregnancy
Post Views: 427 Pregnancy is the best phase in a woman’s life. She attracts all the attention from family, friends and relatives. There is growing concern from everyone for you and your unborn child. And everyone has something to offer in terms of advice and stories about personal experiences. Each one has a different version about the Do’s and Don’ts during pregnancy. However, though many of these might be true, many are just myths. So, let us find out the true and scientific meaning behind each of these “famous statements.” Pregnant mothers must eat for two. Since the requirements of the pregnant woman increase, she is supposed to eat…
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Calcium Rich Diet For Pregnant Women
Post Views: 664 During pregnancy, your growing baby needs calcium to develop strong bones and teeth. Calcium also helps in the development of a healthy heart, nerves, muscles as well as normal heart rhythm and blood-clotting mechanism. Calcium also helps reduce risk of hypertension and preeclampsia. If your intake of calcium doesn’t meet your baby’s needs, she will suffice her needs by drawing calcium from your bones, which may lead to your ill health. Calcium requirement during pregnancy: According to the NHP guidelines, calcium requirements during pregnancy increases from 1000mg/day to 1200mg/day. Calcium absorption is enhanced during pregnancy due to high calcitrol levels. So, it is good to include a…
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Skin changes during Pregnancy
Post Views: 552 The glow that comes with pregnancy is not just a saying. It is said that people can tell you are pregnant just by looking at you. This is because your skin retains a lot of moisture during pregnancy. This leads to increased blood volume causing increased blood circulation to all parts of your body, including the face. Along with the glow, comes darker skin, red streaks, moles and skin tags! Due to the increased water retention, you end up looking puffy and may feel bloated. Any red patches that were already visible on your face may become more prominent. Do not worry, they will calm down eventually…
