Mediterranean Diet May Improve Fertility
What is the best diet to improve fertility? According to a new observational research study, the Mediterranean diet may include all the foods and nutrients the female body needs for optimal fertility....
View ArticleCan I Consume Omega 3 During Pregnancy?
Q: Can I consume Omega 3s During Pregnancy?A: The question should not be can you consume Omega 3s, but rather how much should you consume. Omega 3s are essential for everyone in life and that is a fact...
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Can I Eat Shrimp During Pregnancy
Large Image: Shrimp are generally considered a lowfat, healthy protein source, which often are an affordable, and sustainably managed seafood choice. It’s safe to eat shrimp during pregnancy. Shrimp is...
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Is It Safe To Eat Sushi While Pregnant?
Large Image: Is sushi healthy?Eating sushi and raw fish is part of a healthy diet during pregnancy as long as you eat fish with safe mercury levels. There is no scientific evidence that eating sushi...
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Fish And Shellfish During Pregnancy
Large Image: It is recommended that pregnant women eat at least 12 oz of fish each week but that they avoid fish with increased mercury levels. Nearly all fish and shellfish contain traces of mercury....
View ArticleQuestions About Weight Gain Answered
Many women have questions about weight gain like, “How much should I gain?” and “Can I lose weight?” These and other questions about weight gain during pregnancy can be found below.Many women have...
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FDA, EPA Urge Pregnant Women To Eat More Fish
Author Byline: Dr. Amos Grunebaum, MDDuring the last three months of pregnancy and the first three months of life, the human brain develops with lightning-fast speed and finely tuned precision that...
View ArticleCiguatera Fish Poisoning and Pregnancy
Author Byline: Dr. Amos Grunebaum, MDCiguatera fish poisoning is among the most common reasons for fish poisoning around the world but how could it affect your pregnancy?Ciguatoxin is a marine toxin...
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Mercury in Seafood
Author Byline: Dr. Amos Grunebaum, MDSushi in general is considered safe in pregnancy. The only exception are mercury levels in certain seafoods. Most of the fish in Sushi is safe can can be eaten...
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Fish Mercury and Pregnancy
Author Byline: Dr. Amos Grunebaum, MDLarge Image: Mercury occurs naturally in the environment and can also be released into the air through industrial pollution. Mercury falls from the air and can...
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Dr. Amos' 15 Tips For A Healthy Pregnancy
Author Byline: Dr. Amos Grunebaum, MDLarge Image: These preconception and pregnancy tips ensure that you can improve chances getting pregnanct and having a healthy babyAs soon as you plan trying to...
View ArticleDo Fish Oil Supplements Increase Children’s Intelligence?
Author Byline: Dr. Amos Grunebaum, MDBy: Rachel Neifeld, RD, CDNTwo essential omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oil, EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are extremely important...
View ArticleHow to Prevent Food Sickness During Pregnancy
Getting sick from food is the last thing you need now!Read more
View ArticleEating Seafood During Pregnancy May Reduce Anxiety
Low-mercury fish are a good source of omega fatty acids like DHA, but high-mercury fish should be avoided during pregnancy. According to researchers from Bristol University in the United Kingdom,...
View ArticleDoes Eating Fish While Pregnant Impact Child's Intelligence?
Fish is a food that many pregnant women avoid due to potential mercury content. Consumption of fish during pregnancy may positively impact cognitive development and social prowess.Read more
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