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Unexpected mineral deficiency could harm UK fertility and baby development
By Kimberley Smith on 12/04/2011 13:30:22
Lack of iodine in women's diets could explain infertility and threaten baby brain development
Lack of iodine in modern UK diets may be to blame for infertility, new research suggests. More than two thirds of female participants in a recent study were found to be deficient in the mineral.Iodine is linked to the healthy functioning
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Taking your vitamins does help conception, new study finds
By Kimberley Smith on 05/12/2011 12:32:19
Vitamin and mineral supplements found to double women’s chance of getting pregnant
Taking a multi-vitamin pill every day could more than double your chance of getting pregnant, according to a new study.Researchers found that women taking a conception supplement that included folic acid and vitamins C and E and minerals zinc
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deadseasource natural pampering
By Laura Lee Davies on 02/06/2006 09:35:00
Natural minerals and plants combine in this range of pampering products suitable in pregnancy and beyond.
conception when you are trying to get into good healthy habits and a relaxing routine.deadseasource is, well, what it says on the tin (or bottle or jar)! Using natural minerals and trace elements like calcium, magnesium and potassium, found naturally
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Calcium during pregnancy
By ThinkBaby on 29/12/2007 01:37:12
Why you need it, particularly during pregnancy, and where to find it
Why you need it Whether you're pregnant or not, calcium is a hugely important mineral the body, used not only for healthy bones and teeth, but also needed for the healthy function of the circulatory, muscular and nervous systems, in fact it's used
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Pregnancy Drinking Water: Bottle or Tap?
By Laura Lee Davies on 18/04/2009 01:57:28
Is it safer to drink regular water or bottled water when you are expecting?
It is important to keep up your fluids in pregnancy, but should you be drinking tap water and avoiding mineral water? Tap, mineral, purified - what's best?In the UK, most tap water is safe to drink. UK standards for purifying general water supplies
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Magnesium intake during pregnancy
By Maria on 23/02/2006 07:00:47
Why you need to up your magnesium intake when pregnant - and where to find it
and low in whole grains, vegetables and fruits are likely to be low on magnesium.Where to get itAs with other vitamins and minerals, the best way to get your magnesium during pregnancy is through a healthy, balanced diet. Magnesium is found naturally
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Pregnancy diet and nutrition
By ThinkBaby on 31/10/2006 11:28:27
What you need and what you need to avoid
potential discomforts of pregnancy.Vitamins and mineralsFolic acidCalcium | Calcium sources other than milkIronMagnesiumProtein in pregnancyFoodstuffs and drinks to avoidFoods to avoidAlcohol: why you should avoid itAlcohol: tips for cutting back
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Mums-to-be taking calcium could be preventing dental problems for their child
By Marina Nelson on 12/10/2010 12:58:49
A new study has shown taking calcium supplements during pregnancy can help prevent tooth problems in young children
that children whose mums received calcium had a 27% decrease in developing decayed, missing or filled teeth.“Teeth mineralization starts during foetal life and this could be a kind of positive foetal programming that carries on through life”, said Dr Luz Gibbons
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The wonder of water in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 10/09/2010 01:47:32
Water is an important part of everyone's diet, but can you drink any water when you're pregnant, and how much is safe per day?
that will add to your water intake and keep you feeling refreshed.Tap, mineral, purified - what's best?In the UK, most tap water is safe to drink. UK standards for purifying general water supplies are excellent and it would be very rare to find any taps served
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What should I be eating the late stages of pregnancy?
By Sophie Westnedge on 12/05/2012 12:18:48
Get the low down on what foods you need to eat in your third trimester
In pregnancy it’s even more important to eat well so that you and your growing baby get the nutrients you both need. Eating healthily is important throughout pregnancy but if cravings have got the better of you it’s worth remembering that it’s never too late to start eating nutri...
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