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Soya and conception
By Laura Lee Davies on 25/01/2010 01:53:01
Although soya beans are certainly one of the superfoods that are good to eat, overdoing them could present a problem when trying for a baby
, protein is important in a preconception diet but excess can affect oestrogen levels and bring on problems that affect ability to conceive, like endometriosis.Nowadays many foods contain soya and we even eat edamame beans or soya, and tofu, in delicious
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Does Soya Affect Fertility?
By Laura Lee Davies on 25/07/2008 02:42:53
Can soy-based products affect a man's or a woman's ability to successfully conceive?
The BBC has reported on a study carried out by Harvard School of Public Health which links the intake of soy-based products (like soya milk or soya mince) with a reduction in sperm production.On ThinkBaby we have previously carried a report
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Simple new fertility supplement improves conception chances
By Kimberley Smith on 04/01/2011 13:28:43
New hope for IVF patients as soya-based supplement increases fertility success rate by five
A soya-based oil supplement has been found to greatly improve the chances of conceiving via IVF. A new study has found that women given Intralipid while undergoing fertility treatment are five times more likely to conceive than those
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How to cope when your baby can't drink milk
By Cheryl Freedman on 06/03/2011 17:47:06
We think of cow's milk as a staple of babies' diets, but luckily there are ways to manage if your little one has a dairy allergy
. However, you should be able to get alternative formula milk, like soya-based milks, in pharmacies and supermarkets. If your child has more than one allergy, or a severe allergy, hypoallergenic formula is available on prescription.If you're still
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Dairy-free treats from NOMOO
By Laura Lee Davies on 31/01/2008 01:02:26
If you or your child either has an allergy to or dislikes dairy, now you can enjoy nutritious treats with NOMOO
, the NOMOO range of puddings are delicious and nutritious without compromising the well-being of dairy-intolerent children and adults. “The “Dairy-Free from Devon” desserts range is based in non-GM soya ingredients and promises, according to Hamish Renton
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Male infertility a growing problem
By Kimberley Smith on 10/05/2010 17:05:37
A fifth of healthy men may suffer from reduced fertility and the decline is set to get worse, say scientists
before birth,’ says Dr Gillian Lockwood of Midland Fertility Services. Factors such as a mum-to-be’s diet during her pregnancy and her exposure to smoke, traffic fumes, and even soya beans are thought to have a bearing on the future fertility of a male
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Calcium and your baby
By Laura Lee Davies on 24/11/2010 06:53:44
Calcium is important in building bone and muscle strength as your baby grows
baby on a vegan diet or your little one has a milk intolerance, you need to ensure your child is getting calcium from sources other than dairy. Soya in various forms (including milk) is excellent for calcium, as is tofu and green leafy vegetables.
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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.
. However, vegans do need to consciously make sure they are getting enough of this vitamin and look for soya products which are fortified with B12.Other foods which are rich in valuable B vitamins include tomatoes, green vegetables like brocolli
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Omega-3 and Omega-6 in pregnancy
By Sarah Lawson on 18/12/2007 01:17:56
What do these essential fatty acids do, and how should you take them during pregnancy?
, sunflower and seasame seeds, olive and walnut oils, nuts, and soya.If you want to take Omega-3 and Omega-6 in a supplement, make sure you get a pregnancy-suitable one, and mention you are taking it to your midwife.
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Pregnancy and protein
By Laura Lee Davies on 05/11/2009 00:02:02
When you are expecting a baby, getting good sources of protein is essential.
chicken and turkey) and fish are good sources of protein, as well as eggs. If you do not eat meat or fish, try tofu or soya products like quorn, or pulses and beans.If you are eating meat, make sure it's good healthy and fresh. You may prefer to eat fish
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