Iodine: An Essential Mineral During Pregnancy
Iodine is a mineral that receives very little media attention, but is absolutely essential during pregnancy and breastfeeding to support proper baby’s proper brain development. According to a new policy statement by the American Academy of Pediatrics released in June 2014, a full one-third of pregnant women in the US are marginally iodine deficient. Consequences…
Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
It’s strawberry season here, and I picked 13 pounds of organic strawberries in just over an hour this week. I would have stayed longer, but had to rush back in time to see the US vs. Germany World Cup game! I will definitely be heading back to the farm for another round before the season…
Eggs: A Healthy Food with a Bad Rap
The egg has such an undeserved sordid history. The number one myth that I constantly have to dispel in my work is that eggs are unhealthy and a major cause of high cholesterol and heart disease. I often think the most effective public health message ever disseminated is: “Eggs cause high cholesterol. High cholesterol causes…
Bisphenol A: Health Risks and How to Avoid it
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical found in food packaging like the epoxy resin that lines cans, and in plastic water bottles and food containers, as well as thermal paper receipts and recycled paper products. BPA is a hormone disruptor, as it is able to bind to the estrogen receptor mimicking the action of estrogen.…
Fertility and Pregnancy Diet: How to Eat for Improved Fertility and a Healthy Pregnancy
Welcome to my new site! This site will provide research-based information on how nutrition, lifestyle, and environment affect fertility and pregnancy. I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with a Masters degree in Nutrition. I have worked for the past 4+ years in the area of infertility and pregnancy. I have had the privilege of working…
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