Ryann Kipping, Author at The Prenatal Nutritionist

Ashwagandha and pregnancy: is it safe?

by Ryann Kipping | May 27, 2020 | Prenatal Nutrition

Ashwagandha is a popular Ayurvedic adaptogen that is thought to increase vitality and strength, and level out your mood with its de-stressing effects (1). In fact, one study saw a reduction in morning cortisol levels of healthy adults who took ashwagandha daily (1). ...

Eggplants during pregnancy: are they safe?

by Ryann Kipping | May 20, 2020 | Prenatal Nutrition

If you follow a Mediterranean style diet (or enjoy eggplants), you may be wondering if you can enjoy eggplants during pregnancy. This big purple squash is classified as a “nightshade”, a group of over 2,000 plants, although few of them are actually...

Strawberries during pregnancy: are there benefits?

by Ryann Kipping | May 13, 2020 | Prenatal Nutrition

Strawberries are delicious and filled with vitamins. They are in season in the spring and summer, and when picked ripe, they offer a naturally sweet flavor that will surely give you a hard time putting your berry bowl away. But, are there benefits to eating...

Spirulina during pregnancy: are there benefits?

by Ryann Kipping | May 7, 2020 | Prenatal Nutrition

Spirulina is a supplement that has been around for a long time. You may recall its popularity from the mid-2000s when it seemed everyone was taking it. There are many purported health benefits, but is spirulina during pregnancy safe? Could it even provide benefits...

Chia seeds while pregnant: uses and benefits

by Ryann Kipping | Apr 29, 2020 | Prenatal Nutrition

Have you been wondering if eating chia seeds while pregnant is beneficial to you and your baby? Chia seeds come from a desert plant, from the mint family, called Salvia hispanica. You may know them for their dark, black color, and all of the fun recipes that chia can...