Pregnant women who are already in the groove of eating seafood should keep it up after the baby arrives. The omega-3s found in seafood make their way to breastmilk and help nourish babies’ rapidly growing brains. Cooking and preparing many kinds of fish is also fast, and so fits well in...
ACOG recommends that pregnant women avoid sugary drinks in general. The sweet stuff has been linked to other health conditions. One study, for example, found that kids of mothers who regularly drank soda and juice during pregnancy were more likely to be diagnosed with asthma years later. Other...
The current randomized, controlled, double-blinded study enrolled 78 mothers from Barnes-Jewish Hospital obstetric clinic in St. Louis with IUGR diagnosed at 24-43 weeks' gestation. Women were randomized to receive 8 ounces of pomegranate juice daily or a taste/calorie matched placebo that was pol...
Now, researchers at Haifa’s Rambam Medical Center and Technion-Israel Institute of Technology have found that pregnant women who drink pomegranate juice – the kind found in any supermarket – could cut the risk of embryos developing brain damage. Their joint study was recently published in the ...
But this wasn't the case for elderly people, pregnant women, or for people with bladder-emptying problems. The review didn't look at the use of cranberry for the treatment of UTI—and cranberry juicecannot cure a UTI on its own. So, if you do get a UTI make sure you seekmedical car...
Hydrocodone bitartrate/guaifenesin is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Prolonged use of hydrocodone bitartrate/guaifenesin during pregnancy can result in neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, which may be life-threatening if not recognized and treated. If hydrocodone bitartrate/guaifenesin is used ...
What foods can't you eat when pregnant? Here is a list of items you should avoid during pregnancy, from raw meats to soft cheeses.
02/7Not suitable for pregnant women Tulsi leaves may stimulate the flow of blood to the uterus and pelvic area, which can cause contractions. Though there is not enough evidence for or against the use of tulsi during pregnancy. But experts advise women to stop having tulsi to be on a...
Pregnant women are at a higher risk than non-pregnant women for influenza-related complications as well as increased risk for preterm labor and delivery. Is the Stomach Flu Contagious? The stomach flu or gastroenteritis is caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Symptoms include vomiting, ...
The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) suggests that pregnant women drink eight to 12 cups of water daily (64 to 96 ounces). A great way to stay on top of this is to set reminders for yourself throughout the day. Start the day with a large glass of water and your ...