Potatoes often get a bad rap as starchy vegetables. With media and government agencies alike recommending the switch to whole-grain starches, many women wonder whether this means they should swap for...
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Pregnancy is the start of many changes, but one that mystifies many women is suddenly becoming either lactose intolerant or being able to better handle dairy. Do either (or both) of these claims...
Quintessentially English, many women enjoy a nice warm cup of Earl Grey tea, especially when trying to cut back on coffee consumption throughout pregnancy. Is Earl Grey tea a mindful swap or is there...
The iconic road-trip snack, Slim Jims, is popular among many. But this salty snack blurs the line between cupboard snacks and deli meat. Can Slim Jims be made pregnancy safe? Note: This article...
Is Chicory Root Safe During Pregnancy? Tea, Extracts and More
Though chicory is not exactly the type of food you will find yourself chomping into on its own, the root is added to a number of everyday foods. Most commonly, chicory root is used to add fiber to...
Is Elderberry Safe to Take During Pregnancy? Syrup, Tea and More
Not the typical berries you can find in your local produce aisle, elderberries are instead becoming a staple in the pharmacy. Found everywhere from common cold medicines and herbal teas, it’s no...