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Protein powder for pregnancy   There are several types of protein powders that have really only recently risen in popularity.  The population that typically includes protein powders in their diet the most is serious athletes as they have increased needs for...

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). ...

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 eaten. Some other...

Strawberries during pregnancy: are there benefits? 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...

Spirulina during pregnancy: are there benefits? 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...

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...

Juicing has gained a lot of popularity in recent years. You may even have a friend or two who’ve done a juice cleanse, and maybe you have too. Now that you’re pregnant, you may be wondering: Is juicing during pregnancy safe for me and my baby?   What is juicing?...

Mushrooms are often categorized as a vegetable but are really fungi. They have been used for thousands of years as medicine and in food all over the world.  You might think of this funky fungus growing wildly in the yard or passing it by on hikes, but many non-toxic...

Is maca safe during pregnancy?   You may have heard of maca recently. The hottest food trend to pop up for women right now.  It’s touted to have a multitude of benefits. Especially in the reproductive realm. But is maca safe during pregnancy or just another...