Following childbirth, you may experience issues such as itchiness or soreness around your vaginal or rectal area. This can be incredibly uncomfortable and certainly something that you don’t want to have to deal with on top of the pressures of being a new mom.
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Apple cider vinegar has been shown to have health benefits in a range of situations, but can you take it during pregnancy? This article collates a range of scientific studies to provide a thorough investigation in answer to this question.
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This is a topic that some people see as being taboo and so are reluctant to discuss. However, with notable health impacts associated with this condition, it is important to find answers to your questions.
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Postpartum depression is when a mother experiences depressive symptoms after giving birth, typically within the first six weeks. Symptoms of postpartum depression may include things such as sleeplessness. Many new mothers disregard this because they expect not to be able to sleep as well with an infant
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Much research has been undertaken regarding the extent to which probiotics affect levels of appetite. Probiotics can be defined as “live, nonpathogenic microorganisms administered to improve microbial balance.”
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Suffering from any health conditions may make you more apprehensive about becoming pregnant. This is certainly true of women with thyroid problems, many of whom have reported anxiety about potential pregnancy. Thyroid disease is the second most common endocrine condition affecting women of reproductive age, making it particularly worthy of consideration.
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The ketogenic (‘keto’) diet has become increasingly popular over recent years. You may well know friends or family members who have tried it, but were they able to answer all of your questions? This article draws together previous research to explain the keto diet, its pros and cons, and whether or not it is safe for pregnant women.
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Many people have asked about whether or not it is possible to suffer from postpartum depression following a miscarriage. Furthermore, academic research has investigated this area.
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Probiotics contain bacteria that need to be alive when you ingest them in order to colonize your gut. Some probiotic supplements can be refrigerated to prolong their lifespan, giving your supply of probiotics a longer shelf life.
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Collagen is a group of proteins that act as a vital structural component of the body, used for everything from maintaining skin and hair health to improving joint and ligament flexibility. We don’t get much collagen from our food as it is primarily found in the parts of plants and animals that we don’t eat, and it is hard for our body to break down and absorb.
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Over time our body accumulates various toxins from the foods and drinks we consume and pollutants in the air we breathe. The body has natural processes to remove these toxins; however, some foods can help to accelerate the process of flushing out your system.
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Probiotics are a vital component of your immune system, and prebiotics provides the fuel probiotics need to keep you healthy. But why do we need them, and should you take prebiotics and probiotics at the same time?
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