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Watching your weight when pregnant

Fatty acids in pregnancy may influence body fat of children

Limiting polyunsaturated fatty acid levels in pregnancy may influence body fat of children. Southampton researchers have demonstrated that mothers who have higher levels of n-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), which are found in cooking oils and nuts, during pregnancy have fatter children. The study, carried out by the Medical Research Council (MRC) Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit,…

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Omega 3 supplements

Omega-3 supplements for pregnant women

Omega-3 supplments have shown shown some amazing results for pregnant women and their babies chances of being affected by eczema ad egg allergies. The largest ever clinical study to provide omega-3 supplements to pregnant women, published in the British Medical Journal has demonstrated remarkable effects with respect to eczema and allergy in their babies including…

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Early pregnancy by Zita West

“I’m sure that without Zita’s advice and supplements I would never have survived filming at eighteen weeks. Zita is often called a fertility and pregnancy guru, and I’m definitely one of her followers. The guidance and support she has given me through both my pregnancies has helped me to stay healthy and positive and to relax and enjoy the whole…

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Saturated fats

Britain is baffled by dietary fat

New research shows that dietary fat is a conundrum that is foxing the nation. According to the results, education and awareness campaigns over many years appear to have had little impact on the public’s understanding of this important nutrient. One in five of us still thinks that saturated fat is a ‘good’ fat and more…

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