Fish Eaters..Beware!!
If you’re a big fan of fish, start watching your intake. Although fish is an excellent source of protein, But some fish, such as shark, swordfish, king mackerel, and tilefish, tend to contain too substances, which can be harmful to your baby’s growing brain in high doses. Because mercury can accumulate in your body and linger there for more than a year, it’s best to avoid high-mercury fish while you’re trying to conceive.
Another Pre Pregnancy Health Tip – Folic Acid Alert
Women who don’t get enough folic acid during pregnancy are more likely to have baby with serious problems of the brain and spinal cord. It’s important to take folic acid before becoming pregnant because these problems develop very early in pregnancy—only 3 to 4 weeks after conception. Women need about 0.4 mg of folic acid a day. You can take a multivitamin or eat plenty of green, leafy vegetables, fruits like oranges, cantaloupe and bananas, milk, grains and organ meats, such as chicken livers.
We sincerely hope that this article is of help. Have a healthy baby and a great life ahead. Best wishes – Adam n Eve
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