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Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Nutrition Tips for Managing Blood Sugar Levels
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Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Nutrition Tips for Managing Blood Sugar Levels
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy, affecting about 10% of pregnant women worldwide. It is characterised by high blood sugar levels, which can pose risks to both the mother and the baby if not managed properly. However, with the right approach to nutrition,...
What foods should be avoided during pregnancy?
There are a few foods that are best avoided during pregnancy to maintain the health of both mother and child. If you are pregnant, the good news is that you can enjoy a varied and balanced diet that is both rich in nutrients and delicious. It is important to understand, however, that...
Nutrition and Healthy Eating During IVF Treatment
Struggling to conceive is common and extremely difficult to deal with. Many couples have had successful pregnancies thanks to IVF treatment. However, IVF is expensive and physically and emotionally draining. Your overall health must be in great condition for IVF to have the best chance of success. Part of this...
What are the symptoms and causes of diabetes?
Diabetes mellitus can affect anyone and occur for a variety of reasons. This week (the 10th of July to the 16th of July, 2022) is National Diabetes Week, a week championed by Diabetes Australia, which aims to educate Australians through their ‘Heads Up on Diabetes’ campaign. Diabetes mellitus refers to...
How to maintain a healthy weight during pregnancy
Gaining too much weight can increase the risk of health problems for you and your baby. If you are pregnant, you can expect to experience steady and gradual weight gain throughout your journey. In fact, weight gain is perfectly normal during pregnancy, but it is important to understand that...
Four key nutrients for pregnancy
You will need more of certain nutrients during your pregnancy. During pregnancy, your body goes through a lot of changes and has increased demands for your growing baby. For these reasons, good nutrition is essential. Certain nutrients are needed for your own health to ensure optimal growth and development...
The importance of Vitamin E during pregnancy
Vitamin E is a naturally occurring fat soluble nutrient found in many foods and exists in eight chemical forms. These eight chemical forms are alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherol and alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocotrienol. Alpha-tocopherol (or α-tocopherol) is the only form that is known to meet human requirements. Why...
The importance of Vitamin K during pregnancy
In pregnancy, Vitamin K plays an important role in maintaining normal blood clotting and coagulation. There are two main forms of Vitamin K: K1: Phylloquinone (makes up 75-90% of all vitamin K consumed by humans)K2: Menaquinones Why is Vitamin K important in pregnancy? Vitamin K helps blood to clot and...
What is the importance of vitamin D during pregnancy?
Consuming an adequate amount of vitamin D during pregnancy is vital for the health of you and your baby. Vitamin D is essential for the health of you and your baby during pregnancy. Getting an adequate amount of Vitamin D is important for you and your baby’s bone health and...
Is vitamin A good for you during pregnancy?
The consumption of Vitamin A is crucial for a healthy pregnancy and baby. Vitamin A is an essential nutrient that must be obtained from your diet and is needed for many important physiological processes. Pregnant women need to consume both vitamin A and provitamin A during their pregnancy. Consuming adequate...