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Category: Nutrients

link to Folate vs Folic Acid in Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

Folate vs Folic Acid in Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

Folate (or Folic Acid) is arguably one of the most important nutrients to consume during pregnancy. But what is the difference between Folate and Folic Acid? Is one better than the other? And what is...

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link to Can Pregnant Women Drink Ensure? Is It Safe?

Can Pregnant Women Drink Ensure? Is It Safe?

It’s no secret that women need more nutrients during pregnancy. This leads many women to wonder whether or not drinking Ensure is a necessary or even safe addition to their diet in order to keep...

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link to Is It Safe to Drink Protein Shakes During Pregnancy?

Is It Safe to Drink Protein Shakes During Pregnancy?

There’s a lot of emphasis placed on getting enough protein in your diet, especially during pregnancy when you are supporting your baby’s growth.But are protein shakes necessary, or even...

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link to Can You Take Magnesium While Pregnant? How Much Is Safe?

Can You Take Magnesium While Pregnant? How Much Is Safe?

Magnesium is an important nutrient that is responsible for over 300 processes in the body. Deficiency can be common during pregnancy and can result in some undesirable side effects. We will review...

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link to Iodine Pregnancy Guide: Food Sources, Deficiency and Safety

Iodine Pregnancy Guide: Food Sources, Deficiency and Safety

Iodine is a trace mineral that doesn’t get much attention during pregnancy, but is vital for the development of thyroid hormones for both you and your baby. Read on to learn more about this...

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link to Vitamin A During Pregnancy: Limits, Foods, How Much to Take

Vitamin A During Pregnancy: Limits, Foods, How Much to Take

Vitamin A, a fat soluble vitamin, is responsible for many major processes in the body. So, is there such a thing as too much? Can eating too much Vitamin A lead to birth defects during pregnancy?...

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About This Site

I'm Gina, the woman behind Pregnancy Food Checker. My mission is to help pregnant mothers enjoy food safely during pregnancy by banishing myths and giving clear, real-life examples. I hold a Certification on Nutrition and Lifestyle during Pregnancy from the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich and a Diploma in Human Nutrition.

All our content is either written or medically reviewed by Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) for accuracy and in keeping with current advice on optimal maternal nutrition. I love writing about food and sharing knowledge in the hope it makes every pregnancy a little bit easier.

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