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Is Kate Moss trying for another baby?
By Kyrsty Hazell on 27/09/2010 14:51:25
Rumour has it that the supermodel is taking folic acid in a bid to conceive her second child
Broody supermodel Kate Moss is rumoured to have given up the booze and has another habit of late – she’s popping folic acid pills in a bid to fall pregnant.Sources told The Sun that the 36-year-old mum-of-one is taking folic acid vitamins to help
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Green tea not so healthy in pregnancy
By Kimberley Smith on 11/06/2010 15:37:02
Mums-to-be advised to limit green tea as it may prevent the benefits of folic acid
Pregnant women have been advised to limit the amount of green tea they drink as chemicals in it can prevent the body making use of folic acid – an essential mineral for pregnancy.Although green tea is often recommended for its health benefits
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Having sex? Want a baby? What you need to know right now!
By Daniella Delaney on 17/03/2011 11:47:34
Why it's vital to take folic acid from the moment you stop contraception, rather than waiting till you're pregnant
All sexually active women who might become pregnant are being urged to make sure they're taking folic acid supplements right now.The Go Folic campaign, launched yesterday at the House of Commons, hopes that improving womens' folic acid intake
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B vitamins in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 14/12/2006 01:46:17
Skin, hair, hormones - they all need extra care in pregnancy, and keeping up your B vits through healthy eating.
, but also the balance of those hormones themselves. It can also affect things like your nose feeling blocked or stuffy. B vitamins are excellent at keeping your hormones in check.Why are B vitamins important for your baby?Folic acid is a B vitamin and most
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Pregnancy supplements unnecessary?
By Kimberley Smith on 07/07/2010 15:25:24
Encouraging mums-to-be to take vitamins is not needed, says nutrition expert
admitted the one exception to the rule is folic acid as studies have shown that the supplement really does lower the risk of spinal defects. “It’s a really important one and important to start even before the woman is pregnant,” Professor Maria confirmed
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New pregnancy advice for diabetics
By Anna Lewis on 07/02/2012 09:18:32
Women with diabetes advised to seek medical help before they get pregnant to lower risk of birth defects
and what next steps they should be taking.”Dr Iain also explained that some diabetes medications can affect the developing baby and advised checking with your doctor. He also said that higher doses of folic acid are vital to reduce the risk of complications
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Male fertility – get the right nutrients
By Laura Lee Davies on 29/04/2010 15:37:17
Would-be dads should check their diet for the right nutrients to increase chances of conception.
be derived from vegetables, vegetable oils, fish and poultry. Again, it aids sperm ‘motility’ (it’s ‘get up and go’) and can help with fertilisation.Folic acidFolic acid is a popular nutrient for women before conception and through to the first half
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Female fertility – get the right nutrients
By Cassandra Kempster-Roberts on 29/04/2010 15:37:16
If you’re trying to conceive, make sure you’re getting the right nutrients to increase your chances of getting pregnant.
supplements, too. Here’s a rundown of the key nutrients for women trying to conceive…Folic acidFolic acid is crucial for the healthy development of the foetus. It can reduce the chance of brain and spinal cord defects (called neural tube defects) such as spina
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25 steps to a healthy pregnancy
By Liz Stansfield on 08/12/2010 13:23:50
From cutting out alcohol, to embracing your growing baby bump, here are 25 things to help you have a happy and healthy pregnancy
1. Look after your backMake sure you have good back support if you sit at a desk all day, and if you ever have to lift, always bend from your knees. This is the perfect time to hint for a massage from dad-to-be to ease tension in your shoulders, and follow these top tips for beat...
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Men - is your body ready to make a baby?
By Maria Muennich on 29/04/2010 17:38:35
When trying to conceive, much of the attention is the woman, but your health and fertility is half of the conception equation. Here's what you should know as a would-be dad...
increase your libido too, so leading to more, and better quality, sex with your partner. Be nutrient alert. Most people trying to conceive will have heard that daily folic acid intake is important for women, but it's also one of the important nutrients
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