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 Pregnancy
There is little doubt that the nutritional status of a pregnant woman affects the outcome of her pregnancy.

There is now also strong evidence that chronic disease in adults may have its origins in foetal life.

That's why it's so important for the mom-to-be to watch what she eats - both before and after conception. Find out how your diet impacts on your baby's health and take a look at the nutrients you should include in your diet.

Also take a look at the strange cravings that could occur during pregnancy and find out how to combat pregnancy weight gain.

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01. Diet's impact on baby’s life
Maternal diets can have a significant effect on the health of children many years after birth. What should you know?
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02. What moms should eat
Researchers are realising how important diet is during pregnancy and the positive effects good diets can have on the health and intelligence of children many years after birth.
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03. Essential nutrients for pregnancy
In this article, DietDoc takes a look at essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, trace elements and essential fatty acids and the role they play in prenatal development.
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04. Pregnancy nutrition tips
The most basic thing you can do to ensure that you have a successful pregnancy is to ensure that your diet is balanced. A well-balanced diet should include the following foods.
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05. Dangers of pregnancy drinking
People are aware of the risks of taking drugs, medicines, and smoking during pregnancy, but many women are totally oblivious to the dangers of drinking alcohol during pregnancy.
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06. Eat fish during pregnancy
It is always surprising when people do not like fish, seafood and molluscs of every shape, colour and size, especially as fish has so many benefits to all people, young and old.
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07. Weight gain during pregnancy
Thousands of women all over the world gain weight during pregnancy and then battle for months, if not years, to shed those unwanted kilograms. What can be done?
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08. Confusion about pregnancy diets
What constitutes normal weight gain during pregnancy? Should pregnant women go on diets? How long after the birth of the baby can a woman regain her figure?
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09. Does pregnancy cause obesity?
Was your pregnancy associated by unwanted kilos that you struggled to lose afterwards? You're not alone. According to a Swedish doctor, this is a problem that many women face.
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10. Strange eating habits of pregnancy
You're pregnant and you're having strange cravings. The weirdest, inedible substances are making your mouth water. Why does this happen and what can you do to prevent it?
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11. Diet and pregnancy blood pressure
Preeclampsia and eclampsia are two dangerous pregnancy-related conditions. Can these be controlled by the diet of the pregnant woman? DietDoc takes a closer look at this issue.
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12. Fish on the menu for pregnant moms?
A number of DietDoc forum users are concerned about the safety of eating fish and/or sushi during pregnancy. These readers have good reason to be worried. Find out why.
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13. Sushi okay for pregnant moms?
Love eating sushi? All seafood should be approached with caution while you're pregnant. Why? Because of heavy metals, toxins and tapeworms - that's why. DietDoc checks it out.
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