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Pregnancy is a time of great responsibility, with expectant mothers needing to make careful choices about their diet and lifestyle to ensure the well-being of their growing baby. Among the many dietary decisions, the consumption of energy drinks during pregnancy has sparked heated debates. In this blog post, we will …

Chamomile tea is an herbal tea which is manufactured from the flowers of the German chamomile plant. The scientific name is Matricaria recutita. The appearance of the flowers and the plant looks similar to daisies. Chamomile tea is also made from the flowers of the Roman chamomile plant, Chamaemelum nobile, …

When you realise you’re pregnant for the first time, you most likely have a huge learning curve ahead of you. There are heaps of important things you’ll have to figure out. If you’re pregnant, or thinking of getting pregnant soon, here’s a jump start on learning 5 of the most …

While you’re pregnant, it is quite common to develop pigmentation issues especially on the face. These issues are often brought about by the hormonal changes that are happening in a woman’s body during pregnancy. One prevalent skin pigmentation issue that affects nearly 40% to 70% of all pregnant women in …

Sprouts are germinated seeds which have become young plants. The seeds are usually soaked for several hours after which they are exposed to the right combination of moisture and temperature and then allowed to grow for 2-7 days. This is called the germination process. The end result is usually a sprout …

Everything changes when you are starting your journey to motherhood. When you are feeling exhausted most of the time, your self-care routine tends to slip away. Moms who are nursing especially know this. Many moms are in the dark as to which products are safe to use. Keep in mind …

The mangosteen plant (Garcinia Mangostana), a native plant to Southeast Asia, produces fruit which have plenty of health benefits when consumed medicinally. The extract from the mangosteen fruit has been used traditionally to provide relief for symptoms relating to diarrhoea and skin infections. However, research is not conclusive and before …

Wouldn’t it be great if all your chores vanished when your pregnancy test came out positive? Unfortunately, pregnancy doesn’t render you incapable of doing chores like keeping your home clean. But, you will have to abide by some new housekeeping rules. Avoid Fumes Instead of using harsh, abrasive chemicals, use …

We are all aware of how beneficial physical exercise is as it maintains and improves our overall health and wellness. But is a physical activity suitable and safe for pregnant women? The uncertainty of physical activity during pregnancy is a question that moms tend to ponder throughout the different stages …

There are many ways to avoid natural abortion or miscarriage. Sometimes a natural abortion or miscarriage cannot be avoided if there genetic defects or other circumstances in your body, perhaps hormonal imbalances that are not conducive to a baby being able to implant and grow in the uterus. Local clinics …

Chiropractic treatment has been used for a really long time, but it has only been getting the mainstream recognition in the recent years and decades. For instance, the US Olympic medical team has employed a chiropractor since 1980, and the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio saw another milestone when William Moreau, …

We all know how important it is to take care of our bodies every day, especially during pregnancy. Before pregnancy, many women will start taking folic acid with their multi-vitamin to ensure that they are at their healthiest. Others will concentrate on taking other supplements with some deciding that herbs are the key …

Glutathione is naturally found in the body as it is produced by the liver. It also is found in many foods, such as fruits, vegetables, and meats. Many individuals take glutathione to keep their immune systems up to par, while others take it for various health conditions. It does help to build …

Peaches are a very popular fruit and its not hard to see why. Peaches are sweet and juicy; making for a wonderful treat, especially when you are pregnant and looking for something natural and healthy to snack on. There is often a lot of conflicting information about what you can …

Pregnancy is an amazing time in any woman’s life and things that we wouldn’t normally think about at all suddenly become a concern. Anything that you consume during pregnancy can be passed through to your baby so it is important to know what is good to eat and what should …

There’s no doubt about it, mangoes are a delicious fruit that have many amazing health benefits for you. However now that you are expecting you may be asking yourself whether this tasty fruit is safe to eat during pregnancy. Many people advise to stay away from mangoes when pregnant, along …

There are different opinions on whether you should avoid certain types of food and drinks when you are breastfeeding or not. When I was breastfeeding my babies I was always being told by someone not to eat or drink certain things, at times I was too nervous to touch anything …