The Offal Truth: Liver and Pregnancy Nutrition
Innards. Entrails. Animal parts. If you’ve made a face at all three words, you’re not alone. Most people have an aversion to organ meats; however, if you knew just how nutritious they were for you, you’d eat them several times a week. In this post, I am going to focus on liver and its many ... Continue Reading
Iodine: A Critical Nutrient for Mother and Child: Part I
Creating a family is a treasured experience for a couple. When a couple plans for a child, they are often eager to get pregnant quickly, however the ultimate goal should be for a healthy mother. Conceiving and sustaining a strong robust pregnancy begins with a healthy reproductive system. This post discusses iodine and its role ... Continue Reading
Fluoride Deception and Pre-Conception
Over the years fluoride has been promoted as being an important part of preventing cavities. Cities all over the country have taken it upon themselves to add fluoride to the water supply. This fluoridation has quite often been promoted by dentists and doctors across the nation. The reality is that doing such things is dangerous ... Continue Reading
Pre-Conception Nutrition
Many women are familiar with the standard recommendations made during pregnancy such as taking prenatal vitamins, getting plenty of rest, avoiding fish high in mercury, etc. These recommendations help to ensure a healthy baby but they are are unhelpful, since prenatal vitamins and avoiding mercury in fish are detrimental in general. What most women don’t ... Continue Reading
Bountiful Waters: Nourishing Foods from the Sea that Boost Fertility
Seafood – the protein of the sea – has provided humans with sustenance for centuries. Our ancestors fished the waters far and wide to partake of its nourishing bounty. These foods not only fill our bellies, but encourage fertility among men and women. Rich in Omega 3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, zinc, protein and ... Continue Reading
