The benefits of consuming seafood during pregnancy are well-researched and cannot be overemphasized. Seafood is a good source of several essential nutrients like vitamins A and D, omega-3 fatty acids, and protein that offer numerous health benefits for both mom and...
Nutrition is essential during pregnancy. It is a time when certain foods are recommended to be avoided either due to food safety risks or because they could cause harm to mom or baby. However, this “avoid list” is much smaller than most people are led to...
Welcome to The Prenatal Nutritionist blog! Today, we embark on a journey to explore consuming jasmine tea during pregnancy. Now, picture this: you’re curled up on your couch, savoring a steaming cup of fragrant jasmine tea. But wait, a question pops into your mind –...
Buffalo wings, jerk chicken, Indian curry… is your mouth watering yet? An estimated 50-90% of women crave specific foods during pregnancy. Food cravings are a common pregnancy symptom, and spicy foods can be among the most commonly-craved foods. There are many...
Pregnancy increases the demand for several nutrients, including protein, fluids, and iodine. The body gets better at absorbing calcium during pregnancy, keeping it consistent with outside pregnancy recommendations at 1000 mg per day (unless you were deficient before...
It is ideal for a pregnant woman’s diet to be well-balanced and incorporate nutrient-dense foods to ensure that she and the baby get all the nutrients needed for a healthy pregnancy. Prenatal nutrition is essential throughout the whole pregnancy, including...
