Archive for the tag 'Food for Pregnancy'

Folic Acid Pregnancy

Folic acid pregnancy

Folic acid helps your baby develop and also prevents neural tube defects, such as spina bifida.

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BPA-blocking-Spinach

My child has been exposed to BPA in baby bottles. What can I do?

Preliminary research from Duke University in the US indicates that folate found in most green leafy vegetables (such as spinach) and genistein (found in legumes like soy) can block BPA damage.

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Should I buy organic milk?

Should I buy organic milk?

Organic milk is high in antioxidants and healthy fatty acids. Research links organic diary products to reduced rates of eczema in the Netherlands.

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Is it safe to take artificial sweeteners when pregnant?

Can I take artificial sweeteners when pregnant?

I am trying to maintain a healthy weight when pregnant, can I take sugar substitutes like aspartame and saccharin?

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