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Why Eat Organic?
Pregnancy is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful stages that many women go through during the course of their lifetime – and often one of the most confusing as well! For example, many questions may arise that you may not have considered while conceiving, such as how your work schedule while impact your pregnancy, the recommended amount of sleep that you’ll need each night – even the type of diet that’s right for you and your unborn baby! If you haven’t given a second thought to your diet yet – or if you just don’t know how to sift through all of the information to find the right one for you – consider eating organic foods as the ultimate diet for the overall health of both you and your baby.
So why should you and your baby go organic? We all have been told that organic foods are more healthy than processed foods; but does organic food actually make a significant difference in your baby’s health?
Turns out, the answer is a resounding yes! Regular foods that are readily available at your local grocery store – especially fruits and vegetables – are often processed and filled with nasty addictives, pesticides and chemicals that are harmful to both you and your unborn baby. In fact, recent studies have even reported that the pesticides and chemicals that can be found in your typical fruit or vegetable can significantly alter the development of your baby’s immune and nervous system, and can even be linked to deadly forms of cancer, including leukemia and breast cancer. Yet eating organic fruits and vegetables during your pregnancy doesn’t just help you to avoid certain types of disease – you can also get more vitamins and minerals, as produce that is grown without pesticides keeps all of its nutritional value. These vitamins and minerals are absolutely essential to the healthy development of your baby, so it’s important to fill up on organic fruits and veggies!
While meat is an important part of any prenatal diet, eating anything but organic meat exposes your baby to developmental problems. For example, non-organic meat is treated with growth hormones and other kinds of dangerous chemicals that have been linked by some scientists to deficient immune systems. Although the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has approved of these hormones and chemicals, pregnant women should make every attempt to avoid non-organic meat so as to protect your baby’s healthy development.
As you can see, eating organic food during your pregnancy is the surest way to protect your baby from the harmful impact of artificial chemicals, hormones and other additives that are otherwise find for everyday use. Your baby is extremely vulnerable during your pregnancy – don’t make the mistake of eating over-processed foods that have been linked to certain types of diseases. In fact, many experts agree that when it comes to the best diet for pregnant women, organic is the only way to go!
Originally posted 2008-11-03 17:37:13. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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Why Don’t More People Know How Good Breastfeeding Is?
Clearly, breastfeeding is good for mothers both physically and emotionally. And yet, many mothers decide to breastfeed based solely on the benefits to the baby. Breastfeeding in the context of a bottle-feeding society tends to be perceived as inconvenient and uncomfortable.
Often, mothers see breastfeeding as martyrdom to be endured for their baby’s health. If they stop early, they may feel guilty about depriving the baby of some health benefits, but their guilt is often soothed by well-meaning people who reassure them that “The baby will do just as well on formula.” Perhaps if they knew that continuing to breastfeed is also good for their own health, some mothers might be less likely to quit when they run into problems.
Many mothers are not being told how good breastfeeding is for their health. Whether out of ignorance or due to the influence of the artificial baby milk industry, many health care providers fail to inform mothers of the facts. It’s time for this well-kept secret to come out. As word spreads about these little-known facts, more mothers will not merely choose to breastfeed briefly to provide early disease protection for their baby, but will continue to breastfeed, providing optimal outcomes both for their children and for themselves.
Originally posted 2009-02-27 16:27:11. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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Originally posted 2009-06-28 09:39:00. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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Organic Pregnancy-What Essential Oils Not To Use?
I thought this article made some great points and gave warning against some essential oils not to use during pregnancy. Let me know what you think.
By Amy Nutt
As any soon-to-be-mother knows, pregnancy can be a mixed bag of highs and lows. While you are excited about meeting your new bundle of joy, observing a hundred and one do’s and don’ts can present something of a challenge, especially if you are a creature of habit.
Take for example, the use of essential oils.
Found in many spas, candles and aromatherapy products, they can present a problem to a mother’s unborn child. The problem is many women use these items for holistic skin care regimens or a relaxation tools. Being told that they can no longer use these products may cause a sense of despair as impending motherhood can cause skin reactions and stress.
However, it is best for a pregnant woman to stay away from these oils. Understanding why could go a long way in aiding women to firm their resolve in avoiding these substances.
Harmful affects of essential oils
Botanical products are normally very beneficial to adult humans, but these same oils could cause birth defects or premature delivery, especially when used in certain doses.
This is because some of these oils produce hormone like affects that can “trick” the uterus into contracting. Others, while normally okay, can be highly toxic to an unborn child. Since oils can quickly absorb into the skin and into the blood stream, this is not a good thing.
A few oils to avoid
While it may seem like a bit of an over kill, you would be wells advised to consider what oils may not be safe to use.
There are literally hundreds of oils that are off limits during your pregnancy. To be certain which ones may cross the placenta and pose a threat to your unborn, ask your doctor or do an online search.
There are even a few pregnancy forums where mothers gather to swap anecdotes, ideas and advice. You may be able to get the info you need from such boards.
While the list can be fairly comprehensive, there are few common oils that most people use that would be best to avoid, and they are:
Basil, black pepper, citronella, clove, jasmine, lemon, nutmeg, peppermint, rose wintergreen, rosemary and chamomile in certain doses.
Many of these are uterine stimulants and can cause contractions. Causing early contractions, as you may know, may result in premature labor.
To avoid this, stay away from these particular oils altogether. Again, when in doubt about an essential oil, consult your OB/GYN for guidance.
Safe alternatives for Mom and baby
Women who find that their skin is now breaking out or are seeking new ways to relax and unwind may feel at a loss of what to do.
The answer is relatively simple.
There are many products especially made for the pregnant woman that contain organic ingredients like Shea butter oil, which is safe for use during pregnancy. While these may be a tad bit on the expensive side, you can console yourself by the thought that a) you will only be using them for a few months and b) you are doing it so your baby can remain healthy.
Besides, don’t forget that daddy can be an indispensable help during this time. Ask him for occasional gentle messages to relieve stress and promote relaxation. You may be surprised, but the request will make him feel useful in a time where he may feel left out.
A happy, healthy pregnancy
Being pregnant can be an amazing time in a woman’s life. It can be hard and extremely stressful, yet alternatively rewarding. Yes, there may be things, like essential oils, that you have to worry about in conjunction with a million and one other things, but when you finally hold your child in your arms, giving up a few habits here and there won’t seem quite so bad.
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Originally posted 2009-02-19 20:11:21. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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Originally posted 2009-06-21 09:39:00. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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Originally posted 2009-06-07 09:39:00. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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The Epidemic Changing the Children of America
We hear about the obesity epidemic in America all the time. America is the heaviest country in the world. Yet what are we doing to change it? We try to eat right, exercise, make resolutions that are temporary and occasionally permanent but it is time to think outside ourselves. If we really want to make a change it needs to start in our children. Instilling healthy habits from birth can help detract children from becoming just another childhood obesity statistic.
Today over 25 MILLION children are overweight or at risk for becoming overweight (Healthier Generation). This number is overwhelming. When children are overweight growing up they are more likely to stay that way. This is where the change needs to happen. If we take the time to instill healthy habits starting from birth we could help lower this number. Yet it is never too late. Being a good role model to your children is first and foremost.
With the increasingly amount of risk factors involved with being overweight it is a responsibility to take seriously. Heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure are a few of the factors that are more likely to occur in overweight children. The emotional distress a child encounters as well from being overweight can be very hard on them. This is why it is so important to be the most supportive, encouraging, and positive person a child has in their lives.
To improve your child’s health it should be a family effort. Changing the way the whole family eats and interacts is beyond beneficial. Check your labels at the grocery store, high fructose corn syrup, enriched; all these words AVOID! It is so easy to buy easy to make snacks and food but this is your child’s health we are talking about. By buying organic, all natural products you are ensuring your children are getting more wholesome foods. A really great organic yogurt brand is Stonyfield Farm Organic Yogurt. Yogurt is not only a great snack but contains a lot of nutritional value. They make yogurt for pregnant mothers with YoMomma, for babies with YoBaby, for children with YoKids, and soy based and yogurts for adults. Check out their website for more information on their company and product. Also taking one day a week to prepare food or just taking 20 minutes extra out of the day to prepare fresh organic wholesome food for you and your child could literally be life changing. Lastly, you have heard it time and time again but it is so important. EXERCISE! This does not have to be done at a gym. Children love sports and games. Take 30 minutes and play catch, go bike riding, go to the batting cages, or play on the playground. Not only will it wear your young one out but also give you great bonding time with them! Also talking about what exercise does for your body is a great way to teach children that that activity is not only fun but also beneficial. Sometimes all children need is an answer to the question “why?” Why exercise? The answer is simple. America has to act now. Let’s make this generation, the generation of change.“BE the CHANGE you want to see.” Additional reading at healthier generation.
Learn and Love Organic Living!
Originally posted 2009-02-03 03:05:04. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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