Posts by Gina Waggott

Ceviche is one of the most confusing foods when it comes to pregnancy safety. Most pregnant women know that raw fish is off the menu, but ceviche is referred to as cured or "cooked" by acid. So is it...

When you have a cold, it's a common enough thing to reach for the echinacea. People all over the world use it to reduce cold- and flu-associated symptoms like coughs, fever, and irritated and sore...

Whether it's the classic Coca-Cola or its caffeine-heavy diet version, the Diet Coke, chances are you probably enjoy popping open a cold one now and then. If you're pregnant, though, you have to...

Sticking to a pregnancy diet can be challenging, especially if you're unsure which foods are safe for you and your baby. Fortunately, many wholesome fruits and vegetables are perfectly safe to eat...

Matcha tea has many health benefits to an average drinker. But you might be wondering what benefits and risks are relevant to a tea enthusiast who is also pregnant.  Green tea, including matcha,...

Chocolate and caffeine are both looked at with caution during pregnancy, so you might be wondering if hot chocolate and cocoa are safe. It's a very popular pregnancy craving, too. Hot chocolate...