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Last week we looked at some of the vitamins and minerals that are both needed and safe to take in pregnancy. This week we’ll look at a few more vitamins and minerals needed in pregnancy. Pregnancy places a heavy burden on a woman’s body. Everything seems to speed up: blood flow through the body, weight […]

As challenging as it can be to get and stay fit, it can be even more challenging during pregnancy. A woman’s body undergoes so many major changes during pregnancy and what’s safe for a non-pregnant woman may not be safe for a pregnant woman. There are the widely-known no-no’s: alcohol, smoking, seafood with high mercury […]

In our last two blogs, we have looked at the link between diets and emotions. We’ve discussed the general topic and the supporting research. There are definitely foods that affect mood. They improve mood, aiding sleep, decreasing anxiety, and increasing energy levels. In this blog, we’ll look at how to control or improve our emotional and physiological […]

In continuing our discussion about energy, this week let’s talk about energy drinks. You can find energy drinks everywhere you turn now days. Grocery stores, drug stores, vitamin stores, even convenience stores, and gas stations will have at least a couple of types of energy drinks to choose from. They’re popular with teens and young […]

Meat and fish aren’t the only dietary sources of protein. Veggies, legumes, and other vegetarian foods can also provide this power nutrient. But you don’t have to be a vegetarian to turn to vegetables for protein. There are lots of good reasons, other than vegetarianism, to integrate high-protein vegetables into your diet. Benefits of Eating Plant-Based […]