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What role do prenatal vitamins play in fertility and pregnancy? When should you start taking them to support a healthy pregnancy? And how do you choose the best prenatal vitamin with the right nutrients? In this episode of Brave & Curious, Dr. Shahine explores the essential role of prenatal vitamins in supporting both fertility and pregnancy. She explains the importance of these supplements, when to start taking them, the difference between folic acid and folate, and what key nutrients to look for. She also discusses recommended daily intakes and how different vitamins—like folic acid, iron, calcium, and DHA—contribute to the health of both mother and baby. Listeners will learn how to evaluate the quality of prenatal supplements and ensure they meet expert guidelines, including recommendations from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Whether you're trying to conceive or already pregnant, this episode is full of the knowledge to make informed choices about prenatal nutrition. In this episode you'll hear: [1:09] Why prenatal vitamins are essential [2:43] When should you start taking a prenatal vitamin? [3:32] Key nutrients in prenatal vitamins Folic acid vs folate Iron Calcium Vitamin D Others [15:21] Choosing the right prenatal vitamin brand [15:55] Making an informed choice Dr. Shahine's Weekly Newsletter on Fertility News and Recommendations Follow @drlorashahine Instagram | YouTube | Tiktok | Her Books
Folic acid supplementation is recommended for all women with epilepsy who may become pregnant. However, there is no agreed-upon dose for women with epilepsy taking antiseizure medication, and there may be risks of high-dose (>1 mg/day) folic acid supplementation. Dr. Bruna Nucera spoke with Dr. Marte Helene Bjørk about the risks and benefits of folic acid supplementation and what this means for pregnant women with epilepsy. Sharp Waves episodes are meant for informational purposes only, and not as clinical or medical advice.Let us know how we're doing: podcast@ilae.org.The International League Against Epilepsy is the world's preeminent association of health professionals and scientists, working toward a world where no person's life is limited by epilepsy. Visit us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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In today's podcast I talk about: Creating training plans for swim and bike. Reviews and connects. Folic acid vs Folate. Using strength to improve your endurance. Easy jog with Gayathri. Tinnitus challenge.
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On this podcast episode of the top 200 drugs, I'm covering liraglutide, folic acid, clotrimazole, empagliflozin, and semaglutide. Liraglutide is a GLP-1 agonist that can be used for weight loss as well as diabetes. The most common adverse effect of this medication is nausea. Folic acid is a commonly used supplement in pregnancy as well as in those patients taking methotrexate. Deficiency of folic acid can lead to anemia. Clotrimazole is an antifungal agent. It is mostly used for topical purposes such as athlete's foot and vaginal yeast infections. Empagliflozin was originally developed as a diabetes medication but can be helpful in patients with heart failure and CKD. I discuss this in greater detail in the podcast. Semaglutide is another GLP-1 agonist that is used for diabetes care as well as weight loss. The formulation used for diabetes is Ozempic while the weight loss product is Wegovy.
On this episode of the SHE MD podcast, hosts Dr. Thais Aliabadi and Mary Alice Haney are joined by Katerina Schneider, founder and CEO of the innovative vitamin company Ritual. While pregnant, Katerina discovered that many multivitamins on the market contained questionable ingredients she didn't feel comfortable putting in her body. Determined to change the industry, she created a transparent, science-backed vitamin line for women. Together, they discuss Ritual's mission to improve supplement standards, what to look for on a vitamin bottle, and the three key policy changes the company advocates for in Congress. If you've ever asked yourself, Do vitamins work? Am I taking the right ones? How can they improve my health?—this episode is for you! IN THIS EPISODE:[00:44] Kat shares how Ritual was conceived[4:44] Traceability - Where are the elements for the product coming from[7:01] Why does a woman need a prenatal vitamin[10:35] An overview of the FDA's regulations and the three policy initiatives Ritual is advocating for in Congress[15:09] What should you look for in a prenatal vitamin and on its label[21:34] What's next at Ritual, and what vitamins Kat takes[28:27] Kat's podcast, For The Real Bodybuilders, is coming out in JanuaryKEY TAKEAWAYS: Women Should Never Feel They Are "Nothing" In A Man's World. Success isn't about gender or background; it's about silencing self-doubt and embracing your leadership power.The Vitamin Industry Needs More Transparency And Efficacy. Ingredients are often untraceable, and many multivitamins need more forms and dosages of the nutrients people need. Clinical research in the category needs to be more extensive, highlighting a need for evidence-based formulations that address actual nutritional deficiencies rather than relying on broad assumptions about dietary gaps.Prenatal Vitamins Are Vital For Healthy Pregnancy And Support Fetal Development And Maternal Health. Folic acid prevents neural tube defects, iron combats anemia, omega-3s aid brain development, and calcium with vitamin D strengthens bones. Ritual Advocates For Three Key Policy Changes To Improve Supplement Safety: mandatory ingredient listings for transparency, strict limits on heavy metals with more transparent labeling, and a standardized definition of "clinically studied" based on human trials of finished products. These steps aim to enhance trust and accountability in the industry.Choose Vitamins With Trusted Certifications And Clinical Backing. Clean Label Project tests for toxins, while USP and NSF verify ingredient accuracy. Opt for supplements with clinically studied ingredients in proper dosages, backed by peer-reviewed, published research for safety and efficacy.Resources: Ritual - WebsiteGET IN TOUCH WITH SHE MD: SHE MD - WebsiteSHE MD - YouTubeOVII - WebsiteGUEST BIOGRAPHY: Katerina Schneider is the Founder and CEO of Ritual, a health technology company that is reinventing the products women use every single day.To date, Kat has raised over $40 million in funding from Forerunner, Founders Fund, NEA, and Upfront Ventures, among others.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims:Folic acid is vital during pregnancy, ignore widely shared claims to throw the nutrient “in the trash”. https://bit.ly/folicacid_folateDo these videos show the secretary general of South Africa's largest political party, criticising president Cyril Ramaphosa? No! https://bit.ly/fikile_mbalulaDid South African political party the Democratic Alliance hoist a giant Israeli flag on Cape Town's iconic Table Mountain? Nope. https://bit.ly/capetown_flagDon't worry, you STILL won't fall victim to phishing if you share greeting messages on WhatsApp. https://bit.ly/greeting_messagesYour friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (+27 82 709 3527) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.
In today's episode, Jessie sits down with Registered Dietician Megan Wallace to talk anti-diet culture nutrition and eating in pregnancy. Eating for pregnancy can be difficult enough with all of the changes to our bodies and lives that come with pregnancy - add on top of it the pervasive layers of body image issues, poor relationship to eating, disordered eating behaviors, and more. How can we eat in pregnancy to take care of ourselves and the fetus we are growing? How can we not get caught up in so many nutritional rules or go down a dangerous path back to disordered eating habits during pregnancy? Listen in - because today's episode has all of that AND more (including tips for advocating for yourself in any sized body)!This is a portion of a larger interview that can be found inside Jessie's Prenatal Fitness Specialist Academy program.- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and References Sign up for Jessie's LIVE Beyond the Kegel webinarwww.thisisneeded.com - save 20% with code: BIRTHANDBEYONDMegan Wallace, of Sprout Nutrition: https://www.sproutnutrition.ca/Find Megan on Instagram! Show Notes 0:57 - Sign up for Jessie's upcoming LIVE Beyond the Kegel webinar!2:53 - Jessie introduces today's special guest and topic5:42 - Megan gives us a high-level overview on what folks need to feed themselves well in pregnancy, and why nutrition demands change while pregnant10:29 - The pressures on pregnant folks to “do nutrition” in specific ways, and follow weight gain guidelines in pregnancy - and how it leads to overwhelm for many (it's not just you!)13:05 - Megan talks necessary nutrients for pregnancy!17:32 - Folic acid vs Folate supplementation (and being aware of baseless claims on the internet)19:34 - What are Megan's hard NOs for pregnancy nutrition? (and the nuance of it all)25:13 - Learn about Needed: Nutrition for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and women's health (sponsored ad)27:56 - On diet culture and anti-fatness in pregnancy 29:34 - Megan shares how diet culture and anti-fatness comes up in her practice with pregnant folks 35:31 - Megan shares how she works with people in larger/fat bodies whose providers are putting pressure on them to not gain “so much” (pssst - it's no different from how she works with everyone else - give it a listen for advice on advocating for your needs as well!)40:05 - On empowering folks to advocate for their needs, honest conversations with clients, and episode wrap up
The first 1,000 days of life, spanning from conception to a child's second birthday, are often referred to as the most critical period in a child's development. During this time, the foundations for lifelong health, cognitive abilities, and emotional well-being are established. The significance of this window cannot be overstated, as it is a time of rapid growth and development, where the brain undergoes profound changes, and the body's systems begin to take shape. Nutrition, responsive caregiving, and a safe environment play pivotal roles in shaping the child's future. Any deficiencies or adverse experiences during these days can have lasting consequences, affecting everything from academic achievement to overall health. In the womb, a baby's organs and systems begin to develop, making maternal health and nutrition paramount. Folic acid, iron, and other essential nutrients are crucial during pregnancy to prevent birth defects and support healthy brain development. Post-birth, breastfeeding offers optimal nutrition, providing all the necessary nutrients for growth and antibodies to protect against infections. The introduction of complementary foods around six months of age is also vital, ensuring a diverse and balanced diet to support the child's continuing development. Beyond nutrition, the environment a child is exposed to plays a significant role in their development. Responsive caregiving, where caregivers are attuned to the child's needs and respond with warmth and affection, is fundamental for emotional and social development. This type of nurturing environment promotes secure attachment, which is critical for a child's emotional stability and ability to form healthy relationships later in life. Additionally, early stimulation through talking, reading, and play fosters cognitive development, enhancing language skills and intellectual growth. The first 1,000 days are a unique period of opportunity and vulnerability. Intervening during this time with appropriate nutrition, healthcare, and supportive caregiving can yield long-term benefits, not just for the individual child, but for society as a whole. Ensuring that every child receives the best start in life is not only a moral imperative but also an investment in the future, with the potential to break cycles of poverty, improve public health outcomes, and enhance societal well-being. The knowledge and actions taken during these early days set the trajectory for a lifetime, underscoring the immense responsibility and power caregivers and society hold in shaping the next generation.
In today's episode, I sit down with Dr. Ben Lynch to explore the fascinating world of the MTHFR gene mutation and its impact on fertility. Dr. Lynch, a true pioneer in this field, sheds light on what having the MTHFR gene means, how it affects health, and importantly, what it means for those planning to start a family. We cover everything from understanding genetic testing to practical advice on supplements and lifestyle adjustments. Join us as we uncover the science behind methylfolate, detoxifying your household, and why you should be wary of synthetic vitamins in your diet. Whether you're just curious or facing these challenges firsthand, this episode is packed with insights to empower you in managing your genetic health. Topics Discussed 07:37 - Courtney's gene testing 08:32 - Explaining the MTHFR gene 14:12 - Percentage of women with the MTHFR gene 16:20 - Numbers and genetic variation 21:20 - Health impacts of MTHFR genetic variation 29:44 - Supplements and treatment 33:01 - Supporting your MTHFR Enzyme 37:25 - Stomach Acid and stress 38:46 - Folic acid in our food 42:50 - Synthetic vitamins in our food system 48:50 - When to take methylfolate 54:38 - Inheriting MTHFR 59:19 - Fertility and MTHFR 01:03:45 - Prenatals for men 01:05:48 - Detoxifying your household 01:08:41 - Microplastics study 01:09:54 - Water filtration 01:13:51 - You are in charge of your genes 01:22:01 - Benefits of Methyl-B12 and Folate Check Out Dr. Ben Lynch Instagram Website Dirty Genes Book Show Links: 183: How To Be Healthy Before, During, & After Pregnancy | Lily Nichols What Are Dirty Genes | Ben Lynch Plastic Junk? Researchers Find Tiny Particles In Men's Testicles Sponsored By: Organifi Go to www.organifi.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 20% Off Cured Nutrition Go to www.curednutrition.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY gets you 20% off Beekeeper's Naturals Go to beekeepersnaturals.com/REALFOODOLOGY or enter code REALFOODOLOGY to get 20% off your order. Needed Use code REALFOODOLOGY at thisisneeded.com for 20% off Our Place Use code REALFOODOLOGY for 10% off at fromourplace.com Check Out Courtney: LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! @realfoodology www.realfoodology.com My Immune Supplement by 2x4 Air Dr Air Purifier AquaTru Water Filter EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson Edited By: Mike Frey
A 60 year old man presents with a chief complaint of a 6 month history of increasing fatigue despite adequate rest and sleep. He denies chest pain or difficulty breathing, and reports he is a non smoker. Concurrent history includes a 25 year history of alcohol used disorder, with daily intake of 5-7, occasionally more, 1.5 oz shots of whiskey, and chronic poor nutrition, reporting, “I eat chips and crackers a lot, I do not have the time to make a meal and I cannot afford to eat out. He is currently employed as a warehouse working, and states, “I get to work every day. The booze is really not problem.” On physical exam, mild pharyngeal redness without exudate, conjunctival pallor, and epigastric tenderness are present. The following lab results are noted.Hgb = 9 g/dL (normal 14 to 16 g/dL)Hct = 28.5% (normal 42% to 48%)RBC = 3.4 million mm3 (normal 4.7 to 6.1 million mm3)MCV = 108 fL (normal 81 to 96 fL)MCHC = 33.2 g/dL (normal 31 to 37 g/dL)RDW = 18.4% (normal 11-15%) These findings are most likely caused by:A. iron deficiency anemiaB. Vitamin B12 deficiency anemiaC. Folic acid deficiency anemiaD. Anemia of chronic disease.Visit fhea.com to learn more!
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Prenatal nutrition is one of the only things you can truly control during pregnancy. If you've listened long to my podcast, you know that's something I preach over and over, especially in episodes 23-26 and 88. In today's episode, I have the pleasure of talking with Lily Nichols, RDN, CDE, author of three books all about this topic. You can find the links to the books below as well as links to the articles she references during our discussion! Lily's Folic acid vs. folate article Lily's Article about "Can You Eat Too Much Fish During Pregnancy" (discusses mercury in pregnancy) Real Food for Pregnancy book Real Food for Gestational Diabetes book Real Food for Fertility book Learn more about Lily Nichols on her website -- Lily's Website Helpful Links: 2 WAYS TO WORK WITH LORI: --> Sign up HERE for the Your Birth, God's Way Online Christian Childbirth Course! This is a COMPLETE childbirth education course with a God-led foundation taught by a certified nurse-midwife with over 20 years of experience in all sides of the maternity world conducted LIVE this summer. Learn more or sign up HERE! --> Sign up for your PERSONALIZED Pregnancy Coaching Midwife & Me Power Hour HERE These consults can include: birth plan consultation, past birth processing, second opinions, breastfeeding consultation, and so much more! Think of it as a special, one-hour appointment with a midwife to discuss whatever your concerns may be without any bias of practice policy or insurance policy influencing recommendations. Get Christian pregnancy and birth merch HERE Lori's Recommended Resources HERE Sign up for email updates Here Be heard! Take My Quick SURVEY to give input on future episodes you want to hear --> https://bit.ly/yourbirthsurvey Got questions? Email lori@yourbirthgodsway.com Socials: Follow Your Birth, God's Way on Instagram! Follow the Your Birth, God's Way Facebook Page! Join Our Exclusive Online Birth Community -- facebook.com/groups/yourbirthgodsway Learn more about Lori and the podcast at yourbirthgodsway.com! FREE Bible Study Course - How To Be Sure Of Your Salvation DISCLAIMER: Remember that though I am a midwife, I am not YOUR midwife. Nothing in this podcast shall; be construed as medical advice. Listening to this podcast does not mean that we have entered into a patient-care provider relationship. While I strive to provide the most accurate information I can, content is not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. You must do your research and consult other reputable sources, including your provider, to make the best decision for your own care. Talk with your own care provider before putting any information here into practice. Weigh all risks and benefits for yourself knowing that no outcome can be guaranteed. I do not know the specific details about your situation and thus I am not responsible for the outcomes of your choices. Some links may be affiliate links which provide me a small commission when you purchase through them. This does not cost you anything at all and it allows me to continue providing you with the content you love.
A 28-year-old woman presents with new onset worsening fatigue, present for approximately the last month. She is 28 weeks pregnant with her second child, has a 1.5-year-old healthy child at home, says she remembers being tired towards the end of her pregnancy with her first child, but states, “This is worse than with my last pregnancy”. She denies vaginal bleeding or discharge, abdominal pain, or other concerning issues, is sleeping about 7 hours per night, and has adequate access to nutritious food. She is not taking a prenatal vitamin, reporting, “I kept throwing up every time I took one.” During early pregnancy. PHQ-9 screening tool results are without concern.Labs results are as follows.Hemoglobin 9.2g per dl (NL=12-14)Hct=27% (NL=36-42%)Total RBC= 2.9 million (3.9 to 5.2 million cells per microliter (million/µL)MCV 75 FL (NL=80-98)MCH 22 PG (NL=27-33)RDW 18% (NL=11.5-15%)These results are most consistent with:A. Pregnancy related hemodilution.B. Folic acid deficiency anemiaC. Iron deficiency anemia.D. Beta thalassemia minor.Visit fhea.com to learn more!
Coraz powszechniejszym problemem stają się niedobory pokarmowe, szczególnie te subkliniczne. Ich powszechność wynika z nieprawidłowego stylu życia, ale także zwiększającej się liczby osób cierpiących na choroby przewlekłe. Jednymi z najczęściej spotykanych są niedobory żelaza i witaminy B12. Dlaczego tak się dzieje? Kto jest w grupie ryzyka? Jakie objawy mogą pojawiać się przy niedoborze żelaza, a jakie w przypadku witaminy B12? Jakie badania wykonać badania wykryć ich niedobór? Na te i inne pytania odpowiemy w dzisiejszym odcinku. Zachęcam Was do regularnych badań. A gdybyście chcieli skorzystać z domowego pobrania badań laboratoryjnych z krwi to z kodem DRKARABIN20 otrzymacie 20% zniżki na na badania laboratoryjne z pobraniem w domu #uCiebie z #uPacjenta. Kod działa przy zamówieniu powyżej 250 zł na wszystkie badania i pakiety. Możecie skorzystać z gotowych pakietów badań laboratoryjnych w kierunku niedoborów pokarmowych: Pakiet badań niedobór witamin i składników mineralnych (podstawowy) z konsultacją wyników: https://upacjenta.pl/pakiet/badania-na-niedobor-witamin-podstawowe Pakiet badań niedobór witamin i składników mineralnych (rozszerzony) z konsultacją wyników: https://upacjenta.pl/pakiet/badania-na-niedobor-witamin-rozszerzony-konsultacja Natomiast tylko do 12.05.24 r. kod DRKARABIN30 daje aż 30% zniżki na mój autorski pakiet badań profilaktycznych “długoWITALNI”: https://upacjenta.pl/landing-page/pakiet-dlugowitalni Ten materiał nie stanowi zamiennika wizyty lekarskiej. Nie jest też poradą zdrowotną, ani nie służy do diagnozowania ani leczenia chorób. Materiał ma charakter wyłącznie edukacyjny. Autorka nie ponosi odpowiedzialności za sposób wykorzystania przedstawionych informacji. Lista publikacji o których wspominamy w podcaście: Allen R.P. i wsp.Restless legs syndrome/Willis-Ekbom disease diagnostic criteria: updated International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group (RLSSG) consensus criteria-history, rationale, description, and significance. Sleep Med. (2014) 15:860–73. Connor J.R. i wsp. Neuropathological examination suggests impaired brain iron acquisition in restless legs syndrome. Neurology. (2003) 61:304–9 Allen R.P. i Earley C.J. The role of iron in restless legs syndrome. Mov disord. (2007) 18(22 Suppl):S440–8 Choroby wewnętrzne, pod redakcją Szczeklik A., Medycyna Praktyczna Kraków 2021 Andrès E . i wsp. The pathophysiology of elevated vitamin B12 in clinical practice. QJM. 2013 Jun;106(6):505-15. WHO guideline on use of ferritin concentrations to assess iron status in individuals and populations. Geneva: World Health Organization Castellanos-Sinco H.B. i wsp. Megaloblastic anaemia: Folic acid and vitamin B12 metabolism. Revista Médica Del Hospital General De México 2015, 78, 3, 135-14. Allen L.H. i wsp. Biomarkers of Nutrition for Development (BOND): Vitamin B-12 Review. J Nutr. 2018 Dec 1;148(suppl_4):1995S-2027S. 0:00 Intro 0:37 - Wstęp 01:33 - Dlaczego niedobory są coraz powszechniejsze? 04:43 - Grupy ryzyka niedoborów pokarmowych 07:38 - Co wspólnego mają żelazo i witamina B12? 10:02 - Jakie mogą być następstwa niedoborów pokarmowych? 12:07 - Rola żelaza w organizmie 14:06 - Objawy niedoboru żelaza 16:33 - Grupy ryzyka niedoboru żelaza 19:39 - Jak zbadać niedobór żelaza? 27:44 - Jak rozpoznać niedobór żelaza? 30:21 - Niedobór witaminy B12 - objawy 34:28 - Grupy ryzyka niedoboru witaminy B12 37:21 - Jak zbadać niedobór witaminy B12?
In episode 158 I discuss the MTHFR gene and the connection with thyroid physiology with Ricardo Miranda. Topics covered include: What is MTHFR? Folate vs Folic acid How can someone determine if they have a folate deficiency? How can someone find out if they have an MTHFR polymorphism? How should someone address MTHFR polymorphism? How are thyroid and MTHFR connected? And more ... Ricardo Miranda is the CEO of MTHFRdoctors.com. He is a clinician and one of the top researchers in the field of MTHFR genetic mutation. With over 28 years of clinical experience, he is able to assess the direct link between MTHFR genetic mutations and health issues. He has coached doctors from all over the country on how to treat patients with MTHFR mutations and methylation issues. Today, MTHFRdoctors.com is one of the leading websites in the field of MTHFR, with the biggest research database on MTHFR-related studies available. www.MTHFRdoctors.com
03/27/24 - Dr. Jack Stockwell, www.forbiddendoctor.com & www.jackstockwell.com Phone: 866-867-5070. Included in this podcast: Do you know about the MTHFR Gene scheme is all about? Research performed during the past decade has clarified our understanding of MTHFR deficiencies that cause hyperhomocysteinemia with homocystinuria, or mild hyperhomocysteinemia, Dr. Jack says that there is no reason to test for it, but he shares his recommendations, do you know the most powerful Antioxidant that your body produces?
In this podcast, we're going to talk about the antioxidant glutathione. Glutathione is an important antioxidant present in all of your cells. It helps detoxify heavy metals and protects against free radical damage and oxidation. Your body makes glutathione! You should only take a supplement if you have Tylenol poisoning. Tylenol depletes glutathione and puts your liver at risk for damage. If you're dealing with Tylenol poisoning, you may be given an NAC supplement, a precursor to help build up your glutathione. Glutathione deficiency symptoms include the following: • Trouble sleeping • Brain fog • Fatigue • Mood issues • Depression • Anxiety Top causes of glutathione deficiency: • Alcohol • Low-calorie diets • Overtraining • Vegan diets • Low-protein intake • A mutation of the MTHFR gene • Folic acid supplements Try the following tips to ensure that you're getting enough glutathione without taking a supplement: 1. Get enough glycine. Consume organ meats, the skin from meat and fish, bone broth, and gelatin. 2. Ensure adequate B vitamin intake. Avoid synthetic B vitamins. Meat is a great source of B12 and consuming organ meats and dark leafy greens will help add folate to your diet. 3. Get plenty of vitamin C from sources like sauerkraut and leafy greens. 4. Get enough sleep. 5. Do not over-exercise. Limit high-intensity exercise to twice a week. 6. Reduce stress. Adaptogens, going for a walk, listening to music, and even physical labor can reduce stress. 7. Consume sufficient protein with plenty of calories. 8. Increase carb intake to 50 grams per day. 9. Consume cruciferous vegetables. 10. Consume seafood for trace minerals like zinc and selenium.
Paul has Human Biologist and founder of 10X Health Systems Gary Brecka on the podcast this week. As a previous life insurance adjuster, he talks about longevity through the lens of maintenance, being nutritionally optimal, and biohacking. They touch on adequate water filtration, all things genes & methylation, and food sourcing in the US. 00:00:00 Podcast begins 00:01:23 What is fluoride and is it harmful? 00:07:30 How to filter your water 00:09:00 Western medicine & longevity 00:27:00 Food sourcing and big food 00:30:50 Cyanocobalamin 00:34:55 Folic acid 00:42:00 Gathering objective & subjective data 00:49:00 The importance of gene testing & methylation
Discover the benefits of vitamin A, what you need to know about folic acid, symptoms of LPR (Laryngopharyngeal Reflux), and the difference between LPR and gastroesophageal disease in this exciting episode! We also share tips to enhance your personal growth and recommended books for your personal development journey! Tune in to hear: DEF during pregnancy (1:58) Folic acid vs. methylated folate (5:00) Different forms of magnesium (7:00) LPR explained (8:17) My personal development journey (11:10) Who is in your social circle? (14:14) Head to www.paulabenedi.com/episode165 for the show notes. Join my newsletter: www.synergised.info/newsletter Follow me on Instagram: @synergiseduk . P.S. This podcast and website represents the opinions of Paula Benedi. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
Topics Covered:Lifestyle Choices & Nutrition: A balanced diet, rich in Folic acid, iron, and omega-3s, is crucial. Avoid inflammatory foods, and if you have PCOS or endometriosis, consider supplements after consulting a nutritionist.Exercise: Moderate activities are recommended. Avoid high-intensity workouts that could negatively impact fertility. For conditions like PCOS, certain exercises may be beneficial – contact me for personalized advice.Weight Management: Achieving and maintaining an optimal body fat level is important, as both underweight and overweight conditions can influence fertility.Stress Management: Incorporate relaxation techniques such as meditation, yoga, and deep breathing. Our cooldown sessions are specifically designed to reduce stress hormones.Medication Adherence: Consistently taking prescribed medications is critical for treatment success.Communication with Healthcare Team: Open, honest communication about concerns and questions is vital. Be an active participant in your treatment process.If you need personalised guidance or have questions, reach out on Instagram at Fitness_fertility or email at info@fitnessfertility.com. Join our supportive Instagram community and access my free workout at fitnessfertility.com. Don't forget to subscribe to the Fitness Fertility Podcast for expert insights and comprehensive discussions on fitness and fertility. Sharing this information could be the support someone else needs. Let's make 2024 a year of empowerment and success in fertility!Maria x DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
In this podcast, Nurse Doza addresses the difference between folic acid and folate, both of which are forms of vitamin B9. He recommends choosing folate over folic acid as it is the preferred and more effective version. Certain individuals may have difficulty converting folic acid to folate, leading to nutritional deficiencies. Taking the appropriate form of vitamin B9, such as methylfolate, can result in increased energy, improved mood, and better sleep. The podcast underlines the importance of daily intake of vitamin B9, especially for optimal liver function. To ensure you're getting the best forms of any supplement visit mswnutrition.com/?ref=nursedoza
Today I'm going to cover folic acid and folate. Are they the same? No, they're not—and we're going to talk about why. Folic acid is the synthetic version of vitamin B9, and folate is the natural version. Many pregnant women take a supplement that contains folic acid because data shows that it can help prevent neural tube defects. But many people are finding that they have a genetic mutation related to B9, which means there could be a problem if they take folic acid. This genetic mutation involves an enzyme responsible for converting folic acid into an active form so your body can use it. People with this mutation need more vitamin B9 than usual, but it's also important that they don't have too much. For example, one of the top benefits of vitamin B9 is that it protects against the initiation of cancer. However, excess vitamin B9 is also involved in the initiation of new cancer cells. The solution is to take a version of vitamin B9 that doesn't require an enzyme to be converted—making this genetic mutation not a problem anymore. What we need is more methylfolate. Methylfolate is a type of vitamin B9 that's easily absorbed and doesn't require other enzyme reactions like synthetic folic acid does. Overall, it's essential to avoid products that contain folic acid and consume more foods that contain natural folate. The best source of natural B9 is dark leafy green vegetables. DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23125... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.hindawi.com/journals/crin...
In the final episode of our micronutrient series, Greg and Lyndsey discuss which micronutrients are most worth monitoring and good food sources for the micronutrients you may be under-consuming. Then, we talk more broadly about why you shouldn't allow a focus on micronutrients specifically to detract from the pursuit of a generally healthy diet.Want to get your question answered on the show? Send a voice memo to podcast@strongerbyscience.com TIME STAMPS Introduction (0:00) Recommendations and good vibes (0:20)FAT BEAR WEEK806 Spring Cub Season HighlightsAdult Bracket Reveal Stream Announcement for next episode: get your questions in for an all-Q&A episode! (8:06)Recommended products and more from the SBS team (9:35)Work with a Stronger By Science coach: Get personalized training and nutrition plans and ongoing support from one of our expert coaches.Try MacroFactor for free: Use code SBS to get a 14-day free trial of our nutrition app MacroFactor. 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(13:40)Episode 1 in the Micronutrient seriesEpisode 2 in the Micronutrients seriesLanding page for micronutrient articlesContent discussed in this episode:Which Micronutrients Are Worth Monitoring?Micronutrients Are Important, But They Aren't EverythingLanding page for micronutrient content in the KB Nutrients that are often overconsumed (21:52)Chart summarizing content in this sectionAdded sugarUSDA: Get the Facts: Added Sugars | Nutrition | CDCNHS: Sugar: the facts - NHSAHA: Dietary sugars intake and cardiovascular health: a scientific statement from the American Heart AssociationSaturated fatIntake in the US: Saturated Fat and Food Intakes of Adults - FSRG Dietary Data Briefs - NCBI BookshelfIntake in the EU: Saturated fat intake across the EU, Norway and the United Kingdom | Knowledge for policyHigher intakes associated with more CVD: Saturated fat and trans-fat intakes and their replacement with other macronutrients: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective observational studiesSaturated fat increases LDL cholesterol: Effects of saturated fatty acids on serum lipids and lipoproteins: a systematic review and regression analysisReducing LDL reduces CVD with a strong dose-response relationship, suggesting causation: Association Between Lowering LDL-C and Cardiovascular Risk Reduction Among Different Therapeutic Interventions: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis | Cardiology | JAMASodiumSodium intake and stroke: Association of sodium intake and major cardiovascular outcomes: a dose-response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studiesUpdate on research related to other diseases: The impact of excessive salt intake on human healthExcluded: Omega-6Inflammation: Omega-6 fatty acids and inflammationHuman health outcomes: Omega‐6 fats for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease - Hooper, L - 2018 | Cochrane LibraryNutrivore article: A Comprehensive Rebuttal to Seed Oil SophistryExcluded: Trans FatsTrans Fats | MacroFactor Nutrients that are frequently under-consumed (44:14)Most of the data related to under-consumed nutrients came from these sources:Micronutrient Inadequacies in the US Population: an Overview | Linus Pauling Institute | Oregon State UniversityProjected prevalence of inadequate nutrient intakes in EuropeOmega-3 Fatty Acids - Health Professional Fact SheetShould I be eating more fiber? - Harvard HealthCholine - Health Professional Fact SheetMore on individual nutrientsFiber: Dietary Fat | MacroFactorOmega 3s: Omega-3 EPA | MacroFactor, Omega-3 DHA | MacroFactorVitamin A: Vitamin A (Retinol) | MacroFactorVitamin B6: Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | MacroFactorFolate: Folate (Vitamin B9) | MacroFactorVitamin C: Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | MacroFactorVitamin D: Vitamin D (Calciferol) | MacroFactorVitamin E: Vitamin E (Tocopherol) | MacroFactorEFSA publication on Vitamin E: Scientific Opinion on Dietary Reference Values for vitamin E as α-tocopherolVitamin K: Vitamin K (Phylloquinone and Menaquinone)Choline: Choline | MacroFactorMagnesium: Magnesium | MacroFactorPotassium: Potassium | MacroFactorZinc: Zinc | MacroFactor Nutrients vegans may want to pay more attention to (1:08:46)Omega 3s: Omega-3 EPA | MacroFactor, Omega-3 DHA | MacroFactorIndividual Amino Acids (primarily lysine, methionine, and tryptophan):Lysine | MacroFactorMethionine | MacroFactorTryptophan | MacroFactorB12: Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | MacroFactorCalcium, Iron, Zinc, and Selenium:Iron Status of Vegetarian Adults: A Review of Literature - PMCIntake and adequacy of the vegan diet. A systematic review of the evidenceCalcium | MacroFactorIron | MacroFactorZinc | MacroFactorSelenium | MacroFactor Be sure to avoid “micronutrient reductionism” (1:21:58)Polyphenols: The Role of Polyphenols in Human Health and Food Systems: A Mini-Review - PMCIsothiocyanates: Isothiocyanates | Linus Pauling Institute Q&A (1:37:49)Are multivitamins overrated? (1:38:37)2013 meta: Multivitamin-multimineral supplementation and mortality: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trialsSubsequent metas: Vitamin and Mineral Supplements for the Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer: Updated Evidence Report and Systematic Review for the US Preventive Services Task Force | Cardiology | JAMA, Association of Multivitamin and Mineral Supplementation and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease | Circulation2020 BMJ narrative review: Health effects of vitamin and mineral supplements | The BMJCalcium + vitamin D for fractures: Calcium plus vitamin D supplementation and risk of fractures: an updated meta-analysis from the National Osteoporosis Foundation Is low blood vitamin D often the result of some other underlying problem? (1:57:33)Barbell medicine episode: Episode #152: Vitamin D with Dr. Austin BarakiRelevant research/perspective papers:Real‐world evidence for the effectiveness of vitamin D supplementation in reduction of total and cause‐specific mortalityLow vitamin D is a marker for poor health and increased risk for disease: But causality is still unclear in most cases | JIMVitamin D: health panacea or false prophet?Vitamin D deficiency 2.0: an update on the current status worldwide - PMCVitamin D: a negative acute phase reactant | Journal of Clinical PathologyVitamin D and Cancer | IARCSkeletal and Extraskeletal Actions of Vitamin D: Current Evidence and Outstanding QuestionsOptimal vitamin D status: a critical analysis on the basis of evidence-based medicineAre there any good proxy measurements to know if you're meeting micronutrient targets without needing to track micronutrients? (2:09:19)Folic acid supplementation when trying to get pregnant (2:12:38)2011 review: Folic Acid Food Fortification—Its History, Effect, Concerns, and Future Directions - PMC2022 paper arguing for global folate fortification: Preventing birth defects, saving lives, and promoting health equity: an urgent call to action for universal mandatory food fortification with folic acidLetter to the editor calling for caution against universal fortification: Mandatory food fortification with folic acid - The Lancet Global HealthGeneral info on neural tube defects: Neural tube defects: a review of global prevalence, causes, and primary preventionEvidence of vitamin K along with vitamin D and Boron supplementation (2:21:04)Vitamin KOptimistic epidemiological research: Vitamin K Intake and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease in the Danish Diet Cancer and Health StudyLess clarity from interventions currently: Vitamin K Supplementation for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease: Where Is the Evidence? A Systematic Review of Controlled TrialsBoronNIH factsheet: Boron - Health Professional Fact Sheet2015 cheerleading review: Nothing Boring About Boron | IMCJExamine.com page: Boron health benefits, dosage, safety, side effects, and supporting evidence. | Supplements | ExamineImportant note: at one point when answering the question related to boron, I referenced dosages of 2g and 500mg. I meant 2mg and 500mcg. Do not take 2g (or even 500mg) of boron.
Folic acid will be added to all commercial bread-making flour in New Zealand from Monday. The food supplement has been proven to prevent neural tube defects affecting pregnant women which ends up costing the health system hundreds of thousands of dollars each year. AUT's Emeritus Professor of Nutrition, Elaine Rush, says she is not a fan of nutrient supplements, and instead wants to see a change to the food system as a whole. Rush joins us now spoke to Corin Dann.
We have a very special guest on the podcast today, Julie Sawaya, who is one of the co-founders of Needed, a company that focuses on providing women with the highest quality of vitamins needed during the entire perinatal period.Julie shares with Meagan the research behind Needed's prenatal vitamins and supplements. She talks about why you need a prenatal vitamin in the first place, the optimal dosage and forms of specific vitamins in pregnancy, how supplementing proper nutrition in the best ways can positively impact your entire birth experience, and so much more!Use the code VBAC20 to receive 20% off at www.thisisneeded.comAdditional LinksNeeded WebsiteWhat to Look for in a Prenatal VitaminFolate vs Folic Acid. What's the Difference?Ryann Kipping: The Prenatal NutritionistReal Food for Pregnancy: The Science and Wisdom of Optimal Prenatal NutritionHow to VBAC: The Ultimate Prep Course for ParentsFull Transcript under Episode DetailsMeagan: Hello, Women of Strength. We have a very, very special episode for you today. We have our friend, Julie Sawaya, and she is the co-founder of Needed. If you haven't heard us talking about Needed yet, go listen to the other episodes and get on Instagram. You guys, Needed is incredible. She is a mama of two young girls. We were just talking before the episode and her youngest is nine months. She is a lifelong nutrition nerd. I love that she calls herself this, a nutrition nerd. I'm a birth nerd. When we find ourselves passionate about something, we just nerd out, right? It's so amazing. Julie grew up in a family of medical doctors and learned at a young age the power of nutrition and how it can influence or help. Julie went on to study the issue of nutritional access in college and got her Master's in business from Stanford where she met her Needed co-founder, Ryan Of the most nutritionally aware of their friends, Julie and Ryan were shocked to realize that through nutrient testing, they were seriously major deficient in key nutrients. We don't think about it, Julie. We just don't think about this, I think, enough. We think we're taking something and we think that we're good. They found out that there was really much more needed for a healthy pregnancy. They dug into the research and they realized that they were not alone. 97% of women take a prenatal, yet 95% have nutrient deficiencies. Let me just say that again. 97% of women take a prenatal, yet 95% have nutrient deficiencies. Most prenatal vitamins just weren't cutting it and Julie and Brian started Needed to create a new, higher standard for perinatal health. Working alongside a collective of more than 3,000 perinatal nutrition and health experts, together they have redesigned the products, education, expertise, and experience that women need. Welcome to the show, Julie. I seriously am reading this and I'm like, “Oh my gosh.” This is amazing because like I was saying when I was pregnant years ago, I did not pay attention to anything. I got the bottle. I took it. Check mark.Julie: Yeah. No, I mean, I think it's a problem. The core underlying problem that we're solving at Needed is that women are nutritionally deficient in this life stage. It's a problem both with the products that are available. Most prenatal vitamins are designed to meet just the bare minimum nutrient needs, not to set you up for optimal health, and it's also an awareness or an education problem because, in some way, it's a problem that you don't know you have until you feel the effects of it. We're told it's normal to feel depleted, that it's normal to not feel your best, to feel like yourself during pregnancy or postpartum. So many of the complications of pregnancy have a nutritional root to it whether it's gestational diabetes or preeclampsia or hypertension or nausea even, or more severe nausea like hyperemesis. There is a nutritional component to it. Not to say that nutrition is a cure-all, but it's a reasonable first step in supporting your body optimally. Meagan: It's huge. Julie: What Ryan and I found when prior to starting the company is that despite how important nutrition is and yes, I am a lifelong nutrition nerd. Ryan and I are also trained nutritionists. It was truly and utterly shocking to us that we had these deficiencies but what we realized once we looked under the hood is that this problem is widespread and part of the problem stems from the fact that it's so common for women in the U.S. to see an OB. I come from a family of MDs and I have huge respect for the medical profession. But most doctors aren't trained in nutrition. It's actually not a requirement in most med schools. I think somewhere in the range of 50% of med schools don't require one nutrition course. The average OB appointment time in the US is 7 minutes long so even if an OB is trained in nutrition and has the intention to help educate their patients. OBs are generally very well-meaning. They're just people who are constrained on time and with the curriculum as we like to say, the curriculum is flawed, not the people. But even if all of the stars align in 7 minutes, you can't get all of your nutrition questions answered. What we hear again and again, the most common recommendation is, “Take a prenatal vitamin,” and then you ask, “What kind?” and then they say, “It doesn't matter. They're all the same.”Meagan: Just take one, yeah. Julie: “Just take one. Make sure it has folic acid in it,” which I'm sure we'll get into. That particular nutrient and nutrient form. But there is so much more to prenatal nutrition than vitamins and minerals. But even if you just focus on vitamins and minerals, it's really hard to pick a prenatal. There are over 100 on the market. There is a vast difference when it comes to quality. The quality of the nutrients, the quality of the nutrient forms, and dosages. We spent over three years formulating our first products with a collective of health and wellness practitioners that study perinatal nutrition and looking at all of the available clinical research on nutrient dosages and forms, and what pregnant and lactating women need. The reality is that there are a lot of nutritional gaps. That's where this collective of practitioners that are testing women's nutrient and hormone levels every single day really, really matters to understand in practice what does it take to dose? What dosing of Vitamin D do you need to give your patients to be in optimal nutrient ranges? It seems like such a basic question, but no prenatal company had done that legwork to understand what's actually optimal. Meagan: That is what I was going to say. There are so many things about Needed that I love. Honestly, one of them is how this company came about. It's two women that found that there was something lacking out there and had a passion from themselves and had passion to share it with the world. That's how The VBAC Link started. Myself and my old partner, Julie, same thing. We just found this passion so I love the heart that comes behind this company and then really what you guys have done. You've built it from somewhere where it was really mediocre if you could even call it that is incredible. Like you said, not only getting ingredients but the optimal amount. As I have compared in the past, there are so many out there that are even recommended on Amazon or wherever and they don't even have the ingredients at all let alone that optimal amount. I am so excited and honored for you to be here today and be talking to our community because I think that it is so important. Like you were saying, it's not that my provider had any ill intent to not give me that information, but it really was as I was walking out, he goes, “Oh, and by the way. Make sure to start a prenatal right now.” I was like, “Oh, okay.” That was it. That was it. I did. I found myself Googling it and found one. I was like, “Okay, cool. That one has some okay reviews.” I got it and I really didn't know the impact that it was leaving or lack thereof. Julie: Yeah, totally. I think some of that comes from there is misunderstanding that a prenatal vitamin is for the baby. By and large, unless you have massive nutrient deficiencies, the baby's going to get what he or she needs to develop properly, but often at the expense of your own nutrient reserves. As a mom of multiples, you know that oftentimes, women experience and understand the pain point more as a second-time or third-time mom than as a first-time mom because once you've been through pregnancy and birth and if you choose to breastfeed or pump, you can feel it viscerally how depleting that experience is maybe more so than a first-time mom that hasn't yet been through it all. In some ways, it's an experience that has to be lived to fully appreciate the problem probably much like the topic of VBACs. You go into a first birth maybe not fully understanding how one birth choice or one birth outcome will impact the second birth choice or birth outcome. What we're really trying to do at Needed is to raise awareness so that you can make the best choices possible with the information that you have. That's all that it's about. It's not about what I would have done differently with one pregnancy versus another. It's not at all. Any of the information we share is not in any way meant to shame or add guilt. There is so much of that mom guilt, so much of that fear-mongering out there. That is the antithesis of who we are as a company. But we find that when you're empowered with the right information, you can make better-informed decisions so that's a huge part of what our mission is here at Needed. Meagan: Yeah. Yeah, I mean we can relate to so much of that over here. I didn't know what I didn't know when I had through perinatal care to birth to recovering after a C-section. We grow from our journeys. Yeah. There's never any more shame. Mom guilt is way too thick. We lay it on way too thick, especially with social media. So here we are today to have this episode so you can start learning and growing and finding that information so you can make the best choice for you and your growing baby or maybe through your fertility journey or nursing journey or whatever part of the journey that you are in, Needed has so many incredible things, really it all. I'm sorry, but you kind of have it all out there. It's just amazing. So thank you so much. Yeah, let's get into some of these questions. Julie: Yeah, I'm excited. Meagan: Me too. Okay, so one of the questions is what is the importance of a prenatal vitamin? Really, why? We're being told to take these prenatal vitamins and we were just a little bit talking about how there are a lot of things that we need, but why do we really need them and does it matter if we don't take them?Julie: Yeah, that's a great question. I like to answer it with a look back at context from nature because first and foremost, I think people are right to have skepticism about supplements in general. Do I need them? Why do I need them? Is it just snake oil in general? I think something that was an aha moment for me as someone who was a little bit of a, “Food is my medicine, not supplements.” That's the perspective I came into before starting Needed. I think it's really helpful to understand that one of the main reasons we need supplements generally and then specifically at the life stage of pregnancy or the perinatal stage is because our soil is depleted. Food isn't as nutritious as it once was and it tends to take a lot longer to reach us than it used to. We're not generally growing our own food. We don't necessarily know who is growing our own food. Even if you shop at the farmers market as Ryan and I did at the time. We were testing our nutrients way back 6 years ago when we started Needed. Your food can still be depleted because the soil quietly is depleted. We're also subject to a lot more environmental toxins which that toxic load increases baseline nutrient requirements. Your body has to consume more nutrients to operate at homeostasis because of the burden of toxins it's trying to process effectively. Meagan: Yeah. Julie: We have a great book posted on our website. The title is “Why Your Grandmother Didn't Take Prenatal Vitamins But You Should.” It's really talking about these factors that are an evolution of modern life.We also now know as we didn't previously how important some nutrients are, especially nutrients like folate which is vitamin B9. It's really critical for babies' brain and neural tube formation. Folate's sister nutrient is choline. It's a super important nutrient for many of the same reasons– brain development, cognitive function, neural tube formation. Those are nutrients you don't want to skip out on in that even with your best intentions, you might be deficient it. 95% of women are deficient in– sorry about that. I have a rowdy dog. 95% of women are deficient in the nutrient choline. It's most abundant in eggs, liver, and foods like that but in the first trimester, many women have a food aversion to eggs. I certainly was not consuming any liver in my first trimester. Meagan: Yeah, I was going to say that liver never crossed the path of my pregnancy, unfortunately, or fortunately. Julie: Yeah, not at all. Yeah, but in any event, at a high level, prenatal vitamins are there to fill the gaps in your diet. I think that a misunderstanding and the way that prenatal vitamins have been formulated historically is that they're dosing around a concept called the RDA level which is basically a dosage framework that came out of World War II when the government was trying to determine how to set nutrient levels to avoid serious diseases like scurvy, like a significant deficiency of vitamin C. The entire concept of an RDA is rooted in this idea of, what's the bare minimum amount of a nutrient I need to give someone to avoid a disease or worse like famine or starvation. Minimalistic, not optimal. There's a big order of magnitude of difference of what amount of vitamin C your body needs to avoid scurvy versus what it needs to support postpartum tissue healing and repair and optimal immune health during pregnancy or optimal reference ranges. But at a high level, basically, prenatal vitamins are there to fill in the gaps in your diet. They are, unfortunately, a necessity because of our modern food system and they are especially important at a life stage like pregnancy and breastfeeding when your body will never have higher nutrient needs than it does in these life stages. It's really, really critical that you're getting the right nutrients. As I said earlier, it's not just for the baby. It's for you too. I think that a concept that we're really passionate about is centering women in this journey because ultimately, your baby is most likely going to get what they need but you might be left depleted and that depletion can have long-term impacts. If you want to have two kids or three kids or ten kids, your body has fewer nutrient reserves to give to the next baby with each sequential baby unless you are replenishing those nutrient stores. If your family feels complete, it's still important to supplement throughout the postpartum and a time period thereafter to support your hormone health and your thyroid health. Just general vitality and overall well-being. I think it's super common for women to say that it took them several years to feel like themselves post-pregnancy and a lot of that can be tied back to nutrient deficiencies. Meagan: Yeah, something that you said that resonated with me is that through each pregnancy, my life became busier because I had little toddlers and newborns. You know, all of these things around. So like you were saying at the beginning, you were like, “I can get it through my food. I can get it through my food.” Yes. Food definitely is impactful but obviously, as we know, is not as great as it used to be. Not only was it not as great as it used to be, but when I was really, really busy running around, I'm going to tell you right now that I was not eating correctly. I wasn't even getting enough calories at the time let alone the right foods. I was like, “Oh. There's a Nutrigrain bar. Let me just grab that because I'm hungry.” I wasn't grabbing the right things or enough. It just goes to show that as we keep going on too, it's so important. Julie: Yeah. That's absolutely the reality. I think where it's almost more important to take supplements with each subsequent pregnancy for that reason or even in the postpartum period because when you're pregnant with your first, you generally speaking have more time than you do in postpartum with your first. And in postpartum with your first, you generally have more time than pregnancy with your second or third or fourth so that's absolutely right. Meagan: Yeah. I would also remember breastfeeding my baby even in the middle of the day and just feeling sucked. Literally dry of energy and everything. Julie: Hydration and nutrients. Meagan: Hydration, yep. My mouth was getting dry. It just goes to show that you are feeling it. You are literally feeling your body change right there. Okay, so now we know it's definitely important to take prenatal vitamins in the perinatal/postpartum stage and everything. But what ingredients should we focus on? We talked a little bit about folate and choline. What should we be looking at when it comes to the back of our bottle? Are those really the two main ones or are there more ingredients that are like, “Hey, we really need to be focusing on these and if we don't see them on the back of our prenatal, we should have our alarms going off”? Julie: Yeah. There are really 24 vitamins and minerals that Needed has chosen to include in our prenatal vitamins because they are the ones that have the most clinically validated need for them. Choline and folate are two really important ones. I think they are really easy ones to scan a bottle for or a supplement facts panel and see not only does this have choline in it, but what's the dosage? The most common dosage of choline– it's a nutrient that has had an RDA. We talked about RDAs. It's a minimum amount. It's at an RDA of 450mg in pregnancy for 20+ years, 550 for lactation. The most common dosage of choline in a prenatal vitamin is 0, followed by 55mg which is 1/10 of the breastfeeding RDA. RDAs are the minimum. They're taking 1/10th of that in most prenatal vitamins. The reason for that isn't because you're getting all of the extra from your diet. It's because choline is a bulky nutrient that is hard to fit into a one-a-day prenatal. It's hard to fit into a gummy. You just really can't effectively do so. To dose it optimally, you need to include it in multiple capsules or in a powdered form like we offer. One of our options for a prenatal vitamin is a powder which is really, really great, especially for those bulkier nutrients like choline. The other bulky nutrients that are really important are calcium and magnesium. I would look for dosages of at least 200mg of those two ingredients. Ideally, magnesium and other minerals are in the glycinate form. Sometimes that's on a label as magnesium bis-glycinate or magnesium bound to glycine. Glycine is an essential amino acid that just helps with absorption, keylation basically, the usability of that nutrient in the body so that's a really important one. Other nutrients I suggest scanning a panel to see if they are in there– vitamin D is a telling one. I think nearly every prenatal vitamin will have vitamin D in it but the dosage matters and the form. Some prenatal use a less-absorbed form called vitamin D2. We recommend the D3 form. We also suggest looking for at least 2000 international units, IUs or more optimally would be 4000. Our prenatal vitamin capsules and multi-powder have 4000 and then our essentials multi which is a paired-down version in only three capsules has 2000. Those are the ranges that we typically like to see for vitamin D. Vitamin D is best absorbed with vitamin K. Make sure that vitamin K is on that supplement facts panel and 90 is the dosage that we tend to look for vitamin K. It should be in the K2 form. That's the best-absorbed one. Those are some key ones. The other things to look for are– I think we'll probably get into the question of what form of folate so let's have that's conversation. Meagan: Yeah.Julie: If you're told nothing else about prenatal nutrition, you're probably told to take folic acid which is the manmade synthetic form of the nutrient folate. Folate is naturally occurring in food. It's an essential nutrient. We talked about its use in the body. It's really important for babies' neural tube formation so for spina bifida. That's why it's emphasized usually in the first trimester because the neural tube fully closes during the first trimester. It's a nutrient that is so, so important and many women don't know they're pregnant until well into the first trimester so it's pretty common to hear that you should start taking it preconception which we definitely agree with, with one caveat which is that the synthetic form of folic acid is not readily used by the body. Many women have a genetic variation, MTHFR which makes it impossible for their bodies to convert synthetic folic acid into the usable form of folate. Instead, Needed uses methylfolate which is a naturally occurring form of folate. It's the active form meaning it doesn't have to go through the conversion process. It's been shown in clinical research to be better utilized by the body, especially for those with the MTHFR. There is controversy out there of folic acid versus methylfolate. Primarily what the controvery stems from is the fact that the clinical studies on folate for neural tube defects was done with folic acid. That's because the research is old. It's 30 years old. Now that we know how important folate is to neural tube defects, it would be unethical to do a clinical study with a double-blind placebo controlled study where you're putting women on a placebo that has no folate in it versus one that has folate in it. We know the risk factors. We don't want to induce spinal cord issues or neural defects. So a lot of those who are pro-folic acid are relying on stale research. Really, this argument is that all of the clinical research around neural tube formation is on folic acid. We're not arguing with that. That's actually a true statement. But there's a huge wealth of research showing that head-to-head comparing methylfolate versus folic acid, methylfolate is better absorbed by the body. 96% of the circulating folate in your body is methylfolate so that's pretty clear evidence in support of it. Mechanistically, in the body, how we're preventing neural tube formations is the serum folate status of mom. There is research showing that methylfolate raises serum folate status in mom in the same way or better than folic acid does. We have a really well-researched blog post on this topic on our website. It's dense. Maybe we can link to it in the show notes for those who want to learn more, but there is a reason why many of the higher-quality prenatal vitamins are including methylfolate, not folic acid. I would tend to distrust– there are some out there who are saying, “Oh, it's a designer prenatal vitamin. They're just trying to charge you more.” The reality is that methylfolate is so much more expensive than folic acid. You could make a lot higher profit margin if you used folic acid than methylfolate. I think it's around 100 times more expensive which is also why most of the clinical research is relying on folic acid. Folic acid is a nutrient that is often fortified in cereals and bread, so there's also a food lobby that has an interest in keeping folic acid in things and not methylfolate because it would be cost-prohibitive to include methylfolate in a $3.00 box of cereal. Meagan: Interesting. Julie: Yeah, there are a lot of factors. I don't want to bog listeners down in all of this information, but this is a really good nutrient to highlight how much information and nuance and research goes into selecting optimal nutrient forms and optimal nutrient dosages. It's a quick way of saying that we did a tremendous amount of research and there is a lot of evidence behind what we're including in the Needed prenatal. We include references for every single nutrient that we use for those who are, like me, nutrition nerds that want to go many layers deep. For those of you who are like, “Oh my god. This is over my head,” I would say that the core message is that we've done extensive research and these nutrients have been utilized in practice with perinatal nutrition and health experts for decades. This isn't newly redesigned. We did design our prenatal vitamin from the ground up, but the insights, expertise, and recommendations behind it have been put into practice for many, many decades. Really, what Needed did was bring together all of this inside of a single product instead of previously how practitioners were having to say, “Okay, go take this magnesium and this vitamin D and this prenatal and this amount of choline,” because no prenatal had everything that you needed in one package. Meagan: Right. That is another reason why I love and trust you guys so much. Literally, it's all of the research that has gone into creating such a solid product for the birth community so I love that. Thank you so much for explaining that because yeah, it definitely is a hot debate sometimes. Julie: Yeah. I think it's good to have that. We love a healthy debate. We work with practitioners. We actually have now almost 4000 practitioners in our community. It includes OBs. It includes reproductive endocrinologists but it also includes a lot of registered dieticians and naturopathic doctors and functionally-trained practitioners. We're collaborating with all of them when designing products. We appreciate that some people come from different training backgrounds. Some people might have different skepticism and all voices are welcome. We want to have a construction conversation on this specific topic of folate versus folic acid, sometimes, the status quo argument is unwilling to hear the other side. It's nuanced and that's why we have a great blog post on the topic. Also, if you're just early in your research and want a basic primer on what to look for in a prenatal vitamin, we also have that free resource available on our website as well as a review of over 75 of the prenatal vitamins on the market. It compares the pros, the cons, and overall recommendations. So if you love your prenatal, but it doesn't have choline or it doesn't have magnesium, we'll give you those recommendations on how to supplement or how to get more of those nutrients from your diet. Again, we're really not trying to tell you, “Everything you're doing is wrong.” It's really about how you can upgrade what you're doing or make small changes on the margin that can have a huge benefit for you and your baby. Meagan: Yeah. I was going to say, All I can see is that it's an improvement. We're making improvements. We grow and make improvements in everything in our day-to-day lives. This is one that is really important so that's why we're doing this today. We're sharing this so we can make improvements. Sometimes just it's just small tweaks to benefit ourselves. Okay, so now we're talking about all of the things that we really should be looking for nutrient-wise during pregnancy. Are there any nutrients we really should be avoiding taking during pregnancy and through your guys' research, have there been some of those ingredients even in prenatals out there? We were just talking about folic acid and folate, but are there any where you are like, “Okay, if you see this, this is one of those tweaks that you really should make”?Julie: Yeah, it's a great question. We talked about folic acid. We would suggest avoiding that nutrient. The other very common nutrient form that we suggest avoiding is a form of B12 called cyanocabalamin. It's easy to remember because it's actually derived from a cyanide molecule. There is just not research to substantiate. It's a synthetic nutrient form. It doesn't exist in nature and there's not safety data to suggest why you'd want to consume cyanocabalamin. We're leveraged the two naturally-occuring active forms, methocobalamin and adenosylcobalamin. We use those in a 50-50 ratio. Try to avoid cyanide if you can. Try to avoid synthetic folic acid. We're always using nutrient forms that exist in nature and we think that that's the best way to make sure that we're on the side of safety. It's often contrary to cost. Those synthetic nutrient forms tend to be cost-effective but they really don't necessarily perform as nature intended. Meagan: Right. Julie: And then another one that's maybe a little counterintuitive or nuanced is the nutrient iron. Most prenatal vitamins have iron in them. We chose not to include iron in our prenatal for a few reasons. Iron is absolutely an essential nutrient for pregnancy and postpartum. It supports your blood volume. Your blood volume effectively doubles in pregnancy and you lose blood postpartum. It's a super important nutrient for avoiding anemia and for just overall blood volume expansion during pregnancy. The reason to not include it in a prenatal is that your needs vary by trimester or by stage. We wanted to make a prenatal vitamin that was safe to take before, during, and after pregnancy and safe for all women to be taking. Iron also competes with calcium and other nutrients for absorption in the body. Oftentimes, prenatals will just include both calcium and iron and you can be pretty well-assured that the calcium that you're taking isn't going to be absorbed in that case. Or sometimes they just leave calcium but they don't tell you that you should take calcium at a different time of day. We've kept calcium in our prenatal and we offer iron as a separate add-on. The advantage of that is that you can take exactly what you need. If you've done any iron testing, which is pretty common in pregnancy, you can tailor the dosage to your ferritin levels. That's the type of iron testing we recommend. And then taking it at a different time of day ensures you're absorbing all of the calcium that you need as well as all of the iron that you need. We like delivering iron in the kelated form bound to glycine. It's much gentler on the stomach. A lot of prenatals have a really high dose of iron in a form that's not well-absorbed. It can cause GI issues and then women will stop taking their prenatal because they say it makes them nauseous. Meagan: Yes!Julie: There are many reasons why we think that iron in a prenatal is suboptimal. I think if you don't know that information, you might scan prenatals like Needed's and say, “Oh, it doesn't include iron. That's a problem,” and it's actually a really intentional choice so I like to call that nutrient out. Meagan: I love that you talked about that because as a doula, we actually do have a lot of clients who pee on a stick, see it's positive, and start looking for a prenatal. We have clients that do hire us in that stage and we're always there for our clients. They'll be writing us and be like, “We're just so sick and it seems to be after I take my prenatal,” so they stop taking their prenatal because it makes them sick or their nausea gets so intense when in fact, it's not what we should be viewing. Again, not to shame anyone if you've stopped taking your prenatal. We should be taking our prenatal, but we don't think about that. I love that you guys have done that. I've been sharing it since I learned about this. I've been sharing that with my clients really early on because I think it's really important. Something also I love about your products is that there is a lot that can help with nausea as well. Julie: Yeah. I'm glad you mentioned that because that's one of the key reasons why it's really, really beneficial to start taking a prenatal vitamin before you try to conceive. We suggest up to 6-12 months before conception getting on a high-quality prenatal vitamin for a couple of reasons. One is that it can support cycle regularity so ovulation and healthy ovulation. It can also support egg quality. We have now a separate add-on, egg quality support, which is amazing in helping your egg follicles as they mature into egg cells before ovulation which is great. And then it can help you to build up your nutrient stores. Oftentimes, and I've been there. I've had first-trimester nausea despite all of my best attempts and taking all of the right supplements. Sometimes it just happens. You can minimize nausea by having adequate nutrient stores prior to conceiving. And then if you do find yourself with severe nausea in the first trimester, if your nutrient levels are optimal pre-conception, it's more tolerable to skip a day or two of your prenatal vitamin because your levels were already in a great range before so your body has enough nutrient stores. I'm not advocating not taking your prenatal in the first trimester, but if life happens and you skip some days, the fact that you started early on means that your body is going to have enough of those nutrients to draw upon to get you through to the second trimester when hopefully you're feeling much better. Meagan: Right. If we have really bad nausea and vomiting and we're throwing up all of the time, we're also losing nutrients, so it's a whole cycle. It all goes together. Julie: Yep. It sure does. It sure does. Not to push our products, that's not what this is about, but I would say hydration, hydration, hydration for nausea. We have hydration support if you are interested at all in trying it, I suggest trying it. It has the right nutrient ratios for pregnancy. It's made without artificial sweeteners. It just has monk fruit which is naturally occurring. It comes in three flavors, three very first-trimester-friendly flavors. They are citrusy so grapefruit, lime, and lemon. But you can also make hydration stuff at home. You can just take a glass of water and put in some sea salt. You can add a squeeze of lemon. You can add in– you probably have your own recipe for a labor aid, but that's another use of our hydration support during labor. Hydration can really impact. It's like the chicken and the egg. “I'm nauseous. I don't want to drink water. Water makes me nauseous,” but also if you're dehydrated, nausea is worse. I would really recommend trying to stay hydrated during the first trimester if you can. Meagan: Yeah, absolutely. From the first trimester to the end, sometimes we can have early prodromal labor and stuff like that when we're actually dehydrated. Julie: Exactly. Meagan: It's just so, so, so important the whole time. Julie: And just to support that blood volume expansion that we were talking about that takes place in the second and third trimester. It has to come from nutrients but largely water. Your amniotic fluid levels increase. Sometimes they decrease too and they risk you out of a VBAC or a home birth and the things that you want for your birth outcome. So yeah. Hydration is key. It's your mom's advice, “Make sure you're drinking enough water,” but it's really true. Meagan: It really is true. My kids all roll their eyes at me. They're really big into sports and I'm like, “No, your body, your muscles, and everything needs that hydration.” Okay, so we've talked about when it's good. We've talked about taking it before. One of the questions is, “Oh, I've had my baby. I'm done with my prenatal vitamin, right?” But we talked a little bit and skimmed the surface about why it is important to take it during breastfeeding. We talked a little bit about how it's still depleting our bodies, but after having a baby, how long should we be taking these? Then if we want a close baby, is it something that we should just continue?Julie: Yeah. Yeah, great questions. The minimum that we would recommend is 6 months after delivery and that is whether or not you are breastfeeding. So from your choice or from how things turn out and you aren't lactating, it's still beneficial to give your body that time to replenish because pregnancy and labor are really depleting events on the body. It just takes time to rebuild those nutrient stores. That's the minimum. So yes. Please, keep taking a prenatal vitamin postnatally. There are postnatal vitamins on the market. Generally, that is a marketing differentiation, not a product-quality differentiation. Most postnatal vitamins are almost identical to their prenatal counterparts except for a couple of nutrients where they take maybe 25mg more vitamin C which is less than you would get from one strawberry. It's basically a marketing play. We skipped that step and we just offer one prenatal vitamin that's appropriate for the entire perinatal, before, during, and after stage. And then if you are breastfeeding or pumping or otherwise producing milk, we recommend staying on a prenatal vitamin for that full duration of time. If you can give your body a couple of months once you stop lactating, that's really beneficial for the same reasons we just discussed. It gives your body a chance to recuperate. There is a concept known as the recuperative interval when we're thinking about pregnancy spacing if you're having multiple kids. I myself did not do this. I breastfed my first daughter basically until the day my second daughter was born. Maybe not optimal– optimal in some ways, not optimal in others. Meagan: Really common, though. Julie: Really common. Yep. Meagan: A lot of people do it and then they want to feed both babies. Julie: Exactly. Or maybe you can breastfeed until you're pregnant with the second. In any event, that is a reason why you should keep taking your prenatal vitamin because it ensures that your body has enough nutrients to give to your baby. Basically, the order of operations is going to be growing baby gets first, older baby gets second, and mom gets last. So if you are nursing while pregnant, if you are tandem feeding, that's what your body is going to do. It's evolutionary. Your body is really smart. Except for in the example that we talked about in the recording about severe postpartum hemorrhaging, your body's first priority will be surviving but second to that, your body is going to give to baby before it gives to older baby before it gives to itself. Make sure to take your prenatal vitamin all throughout. I think that's a general misunderstanding. A lot of women are like, “I'm not pregnant anymore.” Men, when looking at the category when Ryan and I were starting the company, they're like, “It's 9 months. You're going to have a customer for a maximum of 9 months.” We were like, “Just frankly, you're wrong,” because this is a life stage that women are in for five years, or seven years, or ten years. It's a much longer life stage when you account for trying to conceive, pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, trying again, or preparing to conceive again. That's why this is a consequential decision and taking care of your body during those five or ten or one or two really intensive nutritional years can set you up for long-term health and your babies up for long-term health for the rest of their life. Meagan: Yeah, absolutely. I was one of those after my first. My provider didn't say, “Continue taking these vitamins.” That wasn't even a discussion. It was, “How are you feeling? What birth control would you like?” That's really the conversation that we had. Again, we're not shaming the provider for that but that's just following the script. “Okay. We're six weeks. This is what we're doing.” I just needed so much more. Julie: At six weeks, honestly, nutritionally depletion-wise, you are nowhere near recovered even if your scar is healing well from a Cesarean or if your stitches are healing well from a vaginal delivery. Emotionally and physically, we are very much postpartum at that point. Even at the stage I am now at 9 months postpartum, this is still postpartum. We call it the fourth trimester sometimes which at least allows for three months, but in a lot of years, it's two years after having a baby that your body is still returning to homeostasis, whatever that homeostasis is for you. Meagan: Right, and then by then, we're kind of entering that prenatal stage again. Julie: You could be. Exactly. Meagan: Right? A lot of people are. I love this. Okay, so a couple more questions. I know we are kind of running out of time, but collagen is a big thing that I never really heard about when I was pregnant. The words didn't even come out of anyone's mouth. I honestly didn't even read it online. You guys have prenatal protein collagen or collagen protein. I think it's important to talk about that too because it can impact us in a really positive way not only during but especially after healing from surgery or anything. We've got tissues that are healing so I don't know if you'd like to share a little bit about the protein. Julie: I'd love to. I think that this is something that we are super passionate about and something I learned a lot about when we were in the formulation stage. We know that protein requirements increase substantially in pregnancy. You need 80-100g of protein a day. That is the low end of the range. There is newer research showing that you need upwards of 140g of protein a day. That's a lot to hit when you're pregnant. Those needs are there because you're growing a baby obviously. Amino acids are the building blocks of life, the organ that you're growing, the placenta, and blood sugar regulation. Especially as your blood volume is expanding, protein is really important for stabilizing blood sugar and for a lot of other things. We love collagen proteins specifically because it's a single ingredient. It's really cleanly sourced. Plant-based proteins can be high in heavy metals whereas we don't find that to be the case with collagen protein. The amino acids in collagen protein are specifically really beneficial for pregnancy. Two of them, glycine and proline, are conditionally essential meaning that your body can't synthesize them on their own. They have to be consumed by food and many of us are not consuming the foods that are high in glycine and proline like the carcasses of animals and the skins and bones. It's just not very common, especially in pregnancy. We tend to eat boneless, skinless chicken breast. Maybe some even have animal protein aversions during pregnancy. Collagen is an awesome form of glycine and proline and overall meets your protein needs. It's effectively flavorless. You can blend it into smoothies. It blends really well with our prenatal multivitamin powder. You can mix it, especially for those first-trimester mamas, into mac and cheese. You can mix it into just about anything to get some protein in even when you're feeling a bit nauseous. Then for postpartum, why it's beneficial is that your skin tissue stretches. It needs to recover whether that's because you had a vaginal delivery or a Cesarean. Collagen can be really, really helpful for tissue healing and repair and recovery in that regard. The last thing I should mention is that the placenta is actually comprised of collagen so it really makes a lot of sense to be consuming those building blocks when you're making your new organ for pregnancy. Meagan: Yeah. I want to share with you guys that I love it in my oatmeal. Julie: Yeah, that's awesome. Meagan: I put it in my oatmeal. I'll put some apples and a little bit of cinnamon and it works really well. I actually put a little bit of yogurt. It's amazing. Julie: I sneak it into my daughter's oatmeal. She calls it sprinkles. Kids have lower protein requirements than adults of course, but it helps to balance out their blood sugar too in a really beneficial way. Making sure she's not bouncing off the walls more than necessary. Meagan: I love that. I love that. That's something too I love. A lot of this is really good for kids. We could go into it. There are so many other products. There are a lot that my kids love as well. Okay, so the last question, we kind of talked about this in the beginning how we can get this through food. It's hard to get that because we're not typically eating carcasses and skin and liver, right? Julie: Yep. Meagan: So what are some foods that we can drop for this audience to eat that help us during pregnancy just in general and in postpartum that will help us in addition to Needed and other products? Julie: Well, I would say that in general, we are huge advocates for food. You can't out-supplement a bad diet. Food should be a critical component of your nutrition plan. It's just really hard sometimes to eat optimally. But foods to focus on during pregnancy, are lots of organic if you can, leafy greens, vegetables, and fruits. Eat the rainbow. I think some people tend to be afraid of fruits because of the sugar content and gestational diabetes but there is fiber in fruit. Unlike fruit juice, there is actually fiber in fruit. You can pair it with something like nut butter to add a little bit of protein and fat to help with blood sugar stability. Other things to focus on are prebiotics and probiotic-rich foods like kimchi and depending on your stance on it, I drink kombucha during pregnancy. There is a tiny, tiny, tiny amount of alcohol in it but the benefits to me outweigh any potential risk of alcohol content. Sauerkraut is another really great one and fiber. A lot of women during pregnancy have hemorrhoids or they're constipated so foods that are rich in fiber are generally very good for you and your baby. Probably one of my favorites when I'm pregnant– I tend to fall off the wagon a little bit postpartum because you have a newborn and whatnot, but I'm usually really good at smoothies during pregnancy. Smoothies are a great way. You can put our collagen in it or our prenatal multivitamin powder. If you are not a capsules fan, you can even take our pre-probiotic and add it or vitamin D. You can add in a lot of our capsule products. Just break open the capsule and dump the powder contents into the smoothie. That's a really great way to put in greens and fruits and whatever else– nuts, seeds. That's a great way to get in your fat content. That's definitely one of my favorites as well as depending on the season. If you're pregnant more in the winter months, you can make soups. Stir the collagen protein into the soup. Try to load it with those other fruits, vegetables, and fiber-type-rich foods.But I think we're really, really passionate about debunking some of the concerns around pregnancy like pregnancy weight gain. You are eating for two. It doesn't mean you should go load up on ice cream and pretzels and chips. Some of that in moderation is totally fine, but think about nutrient density. That's what you're going for both for you and your baby. It's going to help you avoid depletion, to feel better. Pregnancy, even if you're eating well, is pretty uncomfortable so I think eating foods that are going to nourish you and leave you feeling good is definitely the priority. We do share some really great recipe ideas over on our Instagram. A couple of people in our network that you can check out if you're looking for more food recommendations, the prenatal nutritionist, Ryann Kipping, has a prenatal nutrition library that is full of really great food-based nutrition ideas. We also love the work of Lily Nichols. She's really popular with midwives and doulas also. She wrote a book called “Real Food for Pregnancy” that has some great, practical tips for nutrient-dense meals. A lot of what she's recommending is going to sound familiar from this podcast like collagen and eating more meat than you might think you need and eating more. Honestly, I say this coming from the perspective of having been a vegetarian and a vegan for a long time. I think that you can do that during pregnancy but you have to be really intentional about protein and about nutrients like vitamin D and choline. It's much more difficult but it's possible. I would not advise undergoing a vegetarian or a vegan pregnancy without working with a dietician or a nutritionist to help you figure out what those nutritional gaps could be. Meagan: That's a really good point because we do. We know we all eat differently and we all have different allergies and things that have developed so that is really, really important to know. We are going to have all of these links that she is mentioning like the blogs, the recipes, all of this linked in the show notes. So if you want to go and dive in–Julie: Nerd out with us. Meagan: Nerd out and get your teeth sinking into this, then check it out because you guys, Needed is just amazing. Really, it's such an honor to have had you on today to be talking about this. Julie: Thank you for having me. Meagan: Because it is so important. With my first and second pregnancies, I was healthy-ish but each pregnancy got better because I learned more. Julie: Isn't that amazing that there is this concept of, “Oh, you're too old or you're subsequent.” If I have a third, I'll be a geriatric mom but it's so much more about your health span or your health status than it is about age in some ways you can have your healthiest pregnancy at 40 if you're doing the right things and taking care of your body in the right way. Meagan: Yeah. Yeah. My best pregnancy was the older one. The oldest that I was. I was the oldest in my pregnancy and it was my best pregnancy. It just impacts. I wanted to touch a little bit on what you said that sometimes we hesitate to eat or we are eating the right things. Women of Strength, if you are listening, I know that as a person wanting to have a VBAC and as a mama wanting to have a VBAC, sometimes we get scared of the world out there saying, “Your baby is too big and you can't have a vaginal birth.” I saw just today three posts in our community, “A doctor said that my baby is too big.” Then we sometimes tend to hold back and not get the right nutrients, right? Not purposely, but purposely because we're trying not to make too big of a baby because we really want this vaginal birth. It's all twisted and I don't love it, but it's really important to remember like she was saying, get these nutrient-dense foods in you and don't be scared to supplement. Don't be scared to supplement because our bodies and babies deserve it. We deserve it. Julie: Yep. And on the other side of birth, I tend to feel that bigger babies sometimes sleep better. They sometimes eat better. My second daughter was almost 9 pounds, but the first daughter was late. She was born almost at 42 weeks. I was so nervous about it, but she was a champion sleeper and feeder. I think there is a lot of natural wisdom in that your body knows how big of a baby to grow and your body knows how long to carry that baby for. But I loved this conversation. I think it's so important. It might not be immediately intuitive why nutrition and birth outcomes go so hand-in-hand, but they do.Oftentimes, what risks women out of the birth that they want whether it's a VBAC or just a primary first-time vaginal birth is a factor that can be traced back to nutrition like preterm labor or gestational diabetes or whatnot. We are very aligned on the idea that nutrition for prevention and for optimal outcomes. Meagan: Yeah. Yeah. I had a client during COVID who had pre-eclampsia. She got it at 18 weeks. She had a home birth planned and all of these amazing things planned. She had to completely shift gears. The second one, she was like, “I'm going to start trying soon and I'm going to dive in.” She did. She dove in and changed so many things and had an incredible, incredible home birth with her second. She was like, “I really do feel that because I fed my body and fueled my body, it gave back.” We know that sometimes we do all of the right things, everything, and still, we have undesired outcomes. But if we can do everything within our control, if we can do what we can within our control– Julie: That's exactly it. Yeah, I'm nodding my head here because we keep saying to ourselves and are starting to say more externally that there is so much on this journey that you can't control. You can do everything right and still have things not go as you want. That's just a reality. But nutrition is a big one that you can control so why not focus on the things that you can control and let go of the rest? Meagan: Right. Absolutely. Well, we will end on that note because I think that is such a powerful ending point. I want to share with everybody that we are going to have the link in the show notes, but if you want to go check out Needed and all of the amazing products because we just barely touched on a few today, you can go to thisisneeded.com to learn more about Julie and Ryan and go learn about their partners. There are a lot of partners that we've actually had on the show. We just love you guys. We appreciate you so much so thank you for taking the time today.Julie: Absolutely. It was really fun.ClosingWould you like to be a guest on the podcast? Tell us about your experience at thevbaclink.com/share. For more information on all things VBAC including online and in-person VBAC classes, The VBAC Link blog, and Meagan's bio, head over to thevbaclink.com. 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In today's episode I'm going to be talking about the vitamin known as folate or vitamin B9. Like the seven other variations of vitamin B, vitamin B9 is used to convert food into fuel and support healthy skin, eyes, hair, and blood cells. During pregnancy, some form of vitamin B9 is needed to ensure the baby's proper brain, skull, and spinal cord development to prevent birth defects. Folate is also important for the detoxification process carried out in the liver as well as for protecting our DNA. The reason I want to cover this vitamin is because I find that there's so much confusion about it and so many of you are trying to figure out whether you need more or less folate. Also, how to navigate gene variations related to folate to make sure that you can prevent health issues that are associated with those gene variations. Folic Acid vs Folate One of the first confusions is about the difference between folic acid and folate. A lot of times you'll find that the word folic acid and folate are used as if they're the same thing when they are not. Folic acid is a man-made or synthetic nutrient, so it's not found in nature naturally occurring, whereas folate (which is also in biochemistry referred to as methyl folate METHYL) is the form that's found in nature and in our bodies. Methylfolate is active folate, which is the precise enzymatic form available for immediate cellular absorption and energy release. Although it has a similar end function to folic acid, choosing this efficient and ready-to-use form is a much more effective option for people who have difficulty converting food into fuel. Our bodies know how to use and process folate naturally. We have a certain degree of ability to turn folic acid into folate within our bodies but it's our gene variations that determine how well we can do that. Depending on your genetics you may have a 10% to 80% decreased ability to turn folic acid into folate. Folic acid is used to fortify different foods. It's a synthetic substance that's added to man-made foods. If you think of bread and cereal, you might see on the ingredient list folic acid as they're using the synthetic form. Sometimes multivitamins and B complex or prenatal vitamins or even protein shakes or other processed products might have folic acid as an ingredient. Using the synthetic form of these nutrients is oftentimes less expensive than using the natural form. The natural form called folate or methylfolate is found in all green vegetables like spinach, broccoli, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, etc. Meat products also have this natural form of the nutrient, like liver and other forms of meat. You can also find it in sunflower seeds and some forms of beans and peanuts for example. How To Measure Folate in Your Body Depending on your genes, your body may have a better or worse ability to turn folate acid into folate. If you want to know your folate levels, blood work may be misleading because they show both the synthetic and the natural form under the name folate. For a more accurate measurement of how much active folate you have in your body we need to either do a specialty test (there are labs that do specialty tests to identify your actual active folate levels) or do a test for something called homocysteine because homocysteine is a metabolite in our biochemistry that uses folate. So, if we measure the homocysteine, we can get a sense of if our bodies have enough folate, too much folate or not enough. Another way to get a sense of this is to check your methylmalonic acid because methylmalonic acid tells us your B12 metabolism and B12 levels and how well your body is using the B12. I want you to know this because I want you to know that there's people like me who have a lot of additional training to understand all this biochemistry and nutrients and can help guide you to optimize your homocysteine your methylmalonic acid and your folate and the use of folate in your body. So, I don't want you to feel like you're on your own with all of this. Folate and MTHFR MTHFR is a type of gene mutation that lowers the efficiency of the MTHFR enzyme. When you have MTHFR your body cannot properly convert folate into methylfolate. By disrupting the natural metabolic pathway, MTHFR blocks usable methylfolate from reaching the cells. Inadequate methylfolate levels can have a wide variety of negative effects on the body, particularly those that affect the cardiovascular and nervous systems. During pregnancy, a lack of methylfolate can also have serious impacts on healthy fetal development. Fortunately, there are several folate replacements available that can largely make up for deficiencies that are caused by MTHFR. Folic acid and folate can be cheap, but methylfolate tends to be the most effective option when it comes to treating the unique needs of MTHFR and giving the body an enzyme it can directly act upon. It's important to know that there are other factors affecting your body's ability to turn folate into methylfolate whether you have MTHFR or not. This is what I refer to as your stress recovery. Depending on how well your taking care of your body and helping your body recover from various stress exposures determines the influence of your genes on your health. People with MTHFR might assume that there's nothing they can do about their folate levels but there is. This depends on many factors that we will discuss today. What Affects Our Ability to Use Folate Besides Genetics? If you have a gene variation but if it's not expressing, then it is not affecting your health. But there's factors from our environment or what I refer to as stress that affect our ability to metabolize folate. Any kind of emotional or psycho-emotional stress in the present moment or even in the past or accumulated stress will influence your cortisol and adrenaline levels. When those levels get out of balance your ability to utilize folate gets hindered. Also, any kind of physical stress (whether you have an injury, infection, nutrient depletion, etc) can affect your ability to use folate effectively and it also affects your genetic expression. Those same stresses affect the enzymes that work with folate and our methylation or ability to use our B vitamins. Folate has to get together with B12 and all the all the other B vitamins and they do what's called the methylation cycle. If you want to learn more about methylation you can watch episode No 145 of How Humans Heal here. So, our ability to use our B vitamins is affected by emotional and physical stress and that's why I talk about stress recovery because it really determines your ability to optimally use folate. Also, with stress recovery you can optimize your cortisol and adrenaline and you can optimize other functions in your body so that you can really get the most out of your folate from your diet. Another important factor in how your body is able to benefit from folate is your nutrient intake and nutrient deficiencies. If you have nutrient deficiencies because you are not eating healthy or do not take any supplements to help your body with nutrients, you could have a deficiency in folate. Also, some medications like birth control pills or methotrexate (which is a medication used to treat autoimmunity), some antibiotics, metformin for blood sugar issues, anticonvulsant drugs, etc. can all cause a deficiency of folate even if you're eating enough folate. These block the metabolism of folate. If you're taking any of these medications it's important that you talk to your practitioner so you make sure that you are taking the right tests and the right form of folate. Your ability to use folate is also affected by inflammation in the body. The main determinant of inflammation in the body is your diet. If you're consuming foods that are more inflammatory to your body, then your ability to use folate could be affected. To know which foods are inflammatory for your body you can do a food sensitivity panel. With this home test you can see which foods you need to reduce or avoid to reduce inflammation in your body. Also, if the digestion system is inflamed or if leaky gut is present there will be an imbalance in gut bacteria and this influences your ability to use folate and absorb nutrients in general. Also, exposure to toxins, toxins from our environment, food, water, home toxins like mold, heavy metals, etc. all affect our ability to adequately use folate. If you would like to know more about how to detoxify your body, you can check out my 14-Day Detox Program here. How Much Folate Do I Need? The common confusion is people will find out that they have high homocysteine levels and then they're thinking they need to take more folate. But then very often people will contact me and say but I felt worse when I took folate. Why? Well we have to dig in and figure out what's blocking your ability to use that folate effectively. When you feel worse in any way when you take folate it tells me there's a traffic jam in your stress recovery and your inflammation and your digestive health, your toxin levels, your nutrients, we got to go through systematically to figure that out and address whatever we see and as we address those factors then your body will start using folate again. It's not that you need more or less, it's about getting your body to work in the right way to absorb just the right amount from your food and your supplements. We need to break up the traffic jams that are preventing your ability to use it effectively. There is a dietary recommendation, everyone needs a certain amount of folate. The standard dietetic recommendation is 600 to 800 IU of folic acid, I convert that to methyl folate and that's the bare minimum. That's not taking into account your individuality, your individual genes your individual stress exposure and your individual imbalances. So, we need to figure out what is the right amount for you. This is why I would say it's such a high priority to fully understand your potential gene variations and understand where to get the right information so you can figure out what's the right amount of folate for you. Now, keep in mind the right amount of folate for you could change from year to year if your hormones change, if your environment changes, if your job changes, etc. That's why I think everyone should have their homocysteine levels checked in their blood work at least once a year. You may or may not know if you have a MTHFR gene variation. Either way, you can still get your blood work for homocysteine and methylmalonic acid and you can work on identifying the factors that might be decreasing your ability to use folate efficiently. You don't have to do an MTHFR gene test but if you do an MTHFR gene test what I think is important to know is that this is just one piece of information. It can be very validating to get your genes tested and to have that information but at the same time it can be overwhelming. What is more important is to identify the ways in which you can support your body to use folate efficiently like stress recovery, detoxification, reducing inflammation, food sensitivities, nutrient deficiencies, etc. The thing is we're all unique humans, we're all going to have some genetic variations and these genetic variations are not life threatening and actually have the potential to benefit your health because once we see where the genetic variations are we can address them using nutrients, diet, stress recovery, hormone balancing, etc. We can use many tools to help address those gene variations and to even potentially influence genetic expression. If you want to learn more about this you can listen to my FREE MTHFR Masterclass here. If you want to run a test not just for MTHFR but for all your genes I can guide you on which test to do for that and then I would suggest meeting with me to help guide you through that. If you're looking for products that contain methylfolate you can look in my website and online store because I have a multi vitamins and B complexes and prenatals and protein shakes that contain methylfolate so you can be sure you're getting a product that has the right form of folate in it. If you want to feel better by rebalancing your neurotransmitters, you start by addressing your cortisol and adrenaline levels with this home test kit. You can also sign up for my Stress Warrior Program here. Also, if you want to learn more about how to recover from stress so that you can get back to feeling your best, you may want to read my book Master Your Stress Reset Your Health. In the book, I also share the quiz I developed to help you identify how stress has affected you specifically by knowing your Stress Type. You can also take this Stress Type Quiz online. 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When it comes to stillbirth, bereaved parents often have questions. Sometimes, there are no good answers. This lack of clarity can give rise to powerful emotions, including confusion, anger, and guilt. Today we'll hear from Courtney Hiller. Courtney and her husband Jasyn made the difficult decision to terminate their pregnancy after their son Luca was diagnosed with multiple health conditions that were incompatible with life. Courtney shares how her questions evolved over the weeks and months after Luca's stillbirth. We'll also hear from OB/GYN Megan O'Neill, whose own son, George, was stillborn at 33 weeks. Megan provides insight into how she helps families deal with questions that arise after stillbirth, and how she supports patients through the process of stillbirth and during pregnancies that follow loss. Courtney and Megan demonstrate how to use our voices to ask questions, find answers, and seek support from community and others with lived experience of stillbirth. Notes: Spina bifida myelomeningocele - https://www.canchild.ca/en/diagnoses/spina-bifidaChiari II malformation - https://neurosurgery.med.ubc.ca/programs/pediatric-neurosurgical-service/chiari-malformation-syringomyelia-program/Severe hydrocephalus - https://braininjurycanada.ca/en/caregiver/about-brain-injury/hydrocephalus/Folic acid and neural tube defects (like spina bifida) - https://www.spinabifidaassociation.org/resource/folic-acid/#:~:text=Folic%20acid%20is%20a%20B,can%20significantly%20reduce%20the%20riskMamas for Mamas - https://www.mamasformamas.org/T.F.M.R. Mamas - https://www.tfmrmamas.com/After the Loss of Your Baby - http://www.bcwomens.ca/health-info/pregnancy-parenting/stillbirth-newborn-lossStillbirth Happens: Podcast - http://www.bcwomens.ca/health-info/pregnancy-parenting/stillbirth-newborn-loss/podcast-stillbirth-happens
Have you ever looked at the nutritional recommendations for pregnancy and wondered how accurate they are? In this deep dive mini episode, we compare Folic acid and Folate as it relates to recommended health guidelines. Topics covered in this episode: Folate vs Folic Acid Genetics and gene variants DHFR, MTHFR Methylation Bio-individual nutrient needs Genetic capacity for enzyme production Foods highest in Folate How to shop for a prenatal vitamin Processed foods and the origin of Folic AcidChris Kresser Podcast Episode #179:Nutrients Dr. Ben Lynch Dirty GenesFollow @healthinstitute on Instagram! instagram.com/healthinstitute Join The Health Institute Newsletter! www.thehealthinstitute.com/wellness-weekly
"Folic Frenzy: The Pregnancy Must-Have (Pidgin)"
"Folic Frenzy: The Pregnancy Must-Have"
Dates are also a good source of iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium. This fruit is particularly important for pregnant women, who need to consume a great many vitamins, minerals and proteins. Dates are a nutritious fruit mentioned in the Qur'an, and are an excellent choice for pregnant women. They have a high sugar content which increases energy levels and stimulates milk hormones. The substance oxytocin, found in dates, is used in modern medicine to aid childbirth and increase milk production. Dates also contain a form of sugar which prevents blood sugar levels from rising too quickly, beneficial for those with diabetes, and a range of vitamins, minerals and proteins essential for pregnant women. Dates are a nutrient-rich food, containing minerals such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, sulphur, phosphorus, and chlorine, along with vitamins A, beta-carotene, B1, B2, B3, and B6. Folic acid, a B vitamin, is especially important to pregnant women for its role in the formation of new blood cells and cell renewal. Potassium helps regulate water balance and oxygen to the brain, while iron helps control haemoglobin synthesis. Phosphorus and calcium protect against bone weakness. Additionally, dates contain vitamin B6 and magnesium which reduce stress, and vitamins B1 and A which boost immunity and strengthen bones and teeth. Eating dates during pregnancy can provide the body with essential vitamins and minerals to protect against anaemia, infection, and other disorders. The benefits of the date, especially during pregnancy and only recently established by modern medical science, were indicated in the Quran many years ago.
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On this weeks show we discuss supplements for fertility and fitness. Supplements can be helpful but it's important to seek advice from your doctor because they can be complicated. Good nutrition is essential for fertility and supplements are meant to be an addition to the diet when needed. Supplements we covered Folic acid iAcetyl L-carnitineMyoinositolCoQ10Maria, is a PT who specialises in helping women have babies. www.instagram.com/fitness_fertilityhttps://twitter.com/fitnessfertili1 www.facebook.com/fitnessfertilityThis Podcast is a Worth a Listen productionDISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
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On some current social media channels, there is a hot debate as to why professional medical societies still recommend prenatal folic acid compared to the more “biologically, active” L-methylfolate. Are they onto something here? Published data has shown that anywhere from 40-60% of the general population may have an MTHFR mutation leading to the inability to process folic acid. Should we be screening for this mutation? What about screening for homocystine levels? Are these medical societies incorrect in still recommending folic acid rather than L-methylfolate? We are going to tackle these questions and provide a very simple take home message at the end of this episode. We'll set the record straight regarding “Folic acid, folate, or L-methylfolate”.
Folic acid is the standard of care for both prenatal vitamins and high doses for couples struggling with infertility. So let's look at a compelling research study about using 5-LMTHF as an intervention instead of folic acid for couples who have been struggling with infertility for four years and have already failed high-dose (5000 mcg) folic acid. We'll talk about The potential risks of 5000 mcg folic acid in pregnancy UMFA and the dangers of unmetabolized folic acid A remarkable study that helped 27/33 couples get pregnant after FOUR YEARS of infertility The difference between people who have an MTHFR mutation and people who don't. Research that you can take to your care team if you'd prefer to try 5-LMTHF instead of folic acid. For the full show notes including the full video conversation between Dr. Kate and Dr. Amy, click here. If you have genetic polymorphisms and want to work on them with a fantastic group of other folks with genetic polymorphisms, click here. If you'd like to take a course on MTHFR, click here. To learn more about Dr. Kate Naumes, visit naumesnd.com. For more about Dr. Amy Neuzil, visit tohealthwiththat.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tohealthwiththat/message
Get a free nursing lab values cheat sheet at NURSING.com/63labs What is the Lab Name for Folic Acid Lab Values? Folic Acid What is Folic Acid in terms of Nursing Labs? Folic acid is an essential water soluble B vitamin. It is stored in the liver and is an important part of Red Blood Cell (RBC) and White Blood Cell (WBC) function, DNA replication, and cell division. What is the Normal Range for Folic Acid? 2 – 20 ng/mL What are the Indications for Folic Acid? Diagnose megaloblastic anemia Monitor effects of long-term Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Identify Folate Deficiency What would cause Increased Levels of Folic Acid? Excess folate intake What would cause Decreased Levels of Folic Acid? Vitamin B12 deficiency Pernicious anemia Hemolytic anemia Celiac Disease or Crohn Disease Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBS) Alcoholism Malnutrition
Episode 111: Pregnancy FAQ Dr. Urso answers commonly asked questions during pregnancy. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program from Bakersfield, California, a UCLA-affiliated program sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista, Let Us Be Your Healthcare Home. This podcast was created for educational purposes only. Visit your primary care provider for additional medical advice.Written by Carmen Urso, MD. Edited by Hector Arreaza, MD.Pregnancy is one of the most exciting moments of a woman's life, but at the same time, it could be a little scary because whatever the mother does may affect the baby. This is why it is so important to make sure about general recommendations during pregnancy. The information I present here is evidence-based. 1. Should I take prenatal vitamins?The goal of prenatal supplements is to provide the vitamins and minerals needed to promote normal fetal development. Some studies have shown that in high-income countries where the food is vitamin-fortified, and typically people are well-nourished, vitamin supplementation has not proved to improve maternal and neonatal outcomes. However, a Cochrane review of randomized trials in low- and middle-income countries with vitamin and mineral diet deficiency found that supplementation reduces the risk of low birth weight and small for gestational age. Because you don't always know the nutritional status of a patient, it is advised to use a standard prenatal vitamin. What are the most important vitamins in the prenatal period? The 2 most important elements are folic acid and iron, which can be found in regular prenatal vitamins. The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) recommends multivitamins with: -Folic acid: 400mcg to 800mcg daily to reduce the risk of neural tube defects. It is recommended to start before pregnancy until the end of the first trimester (12 weeks). Patients with a history of fetal neural tubal defect should take 4000 mcg (4mg) daily. The USPSTF recommends (Grade A, 2017) to supplement with folic acid for all women of childbearing before pregnancy. Supplementation should start at least one month before pregnancy, according to CDC. -Iron: 30 mg/day to prevent maternal anemia. The formulation should contain 15-30 mg/dl. Most prenatal contain about 30 mg, which is considered a “low” dose, and 65 mg of elemental iron is equivalent to 325 mg of ferrous sulfate, which is a common supplement given to patients in our clinics. So, patients could take one tablet of 325 mg of ferrous sulfate daily and have enough for their pregnancy, or take it every other day if they are intolerant to iron]-Vitamin D: Vitamin D deficiency is associated with preterm birth and preeclampsia. 200-600 international units are recommended. ACOG does not recommend screening for vitamin D deficiency before or during pregnancy. The USPSTF concluded there is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against Vitamin D deficiency screening in asymptomatic adults. This is a Grade I recommendation.-Calcium: Supplements should contain 1000 mg/dL. Most multivitamins have 200-300mg; the rest of the daily calcium should come from dietary sources. Foods rich in calcium include dairy products such as milk, yogurt, cheese, soybeans, seeds, beans, lentils, and dark-green leafy vegetables like kale, spinach, and collard greens. Another source of vitamin D is sun exposure. We do not recommend sun exposure as a source of vitamin D, but there are benefits to sun exposure for other reasons, for example, mood.2. Should I be eating for 2 while I am pregnant?It is a misconception. Pregnant women do not have to eat for 2. Caloric intake will depend on the number of fetuses (single or multiple), the trimester, and the pre-pregnancy weight. During the first trimester, no extra daily calories are needed. In the second trimester, a pregnant person will need 340 extra calories/day, and in the third, 450 extra calories/day for a total of 2200 to 2900 kcal/day. The weight gain will be based on pre-pregnancy BMI (body mass index). For example, a patient who is overweight (BMI 20-29) should gain 15-25 lbs. in the whole pregnancy, but a patient with obesity (BMI above 30) should gain 11-20 lbs. only. These are the recommendations by the National Academy of Medicine.Interestingly, if you are underweight before pregnancy, you can gain 30-40 pounds.National Academy of Medicine Recommendations for Weight Gain in Pregnancy:Pre-pregnancy BMI Category (kg/m2) Recommended Weight Gain (lbs.) Underweight (less than 18.5) 28–40 Normal weight (18.5-24.9) 25-30Overweight (25.0-29.9) 15-25Obese (30 or greater) 11-203. Can I drink alcohol?There is not a safe level of alcohol during pregnancy. Alcohol can cause life-long birth defects. Even little amounts can cause problems to the baby, such as coordination, behavior, attention, and learning disability. Heavy drinking can cause fetal alcohol syndrome, characterized by developmental delay, short stature, abnormal facial features, small head size, vision impairments, and hearing difficulty. It is recommended to avoid alcohol at all costs during pregnancy. 4. Can I drink coffee? Caffeine increases catecholamine levels in the maternal blood, and it crosses the placenta. Caffeine was thought to increase the risk of spontaneous miscarriage, but recent studies showed that moderate caffeine intake was not related to miscarriage or preterm birth. ACOG states that low to moderate intake, less than 200mg (6 oz per day), does not appear to be associated with adverse effects. The amount of caffeine varies in different foods. For example, 8 oz of brewed coffee has approximately 137mg of caffeine. Also, we must remember that caffeine is in other drinks like soda and tea.Content of caffeine in different drinks: -Instant Coffee 76mg -Tea, Brewed 48mg; Instant 26-36mg-Caffeinated soft drink (12 oz) 37mg-Hot cocoa (12oz) 8-12mg-Chocolate milk (8oz) 5-8mg-Dark chocolate (1.45 oz) 30mg -Milk chocolate (1.55oz) 11mg -Semi-sweet chocolate (1/4 cup) 26-28mg -Chocolate syrup (tbsp) 3 mg-Coffee ice cream or frozen yogurt 2mg 5. Can I eat fish?Fish is an excellent source of omega 3, which is associated with improved neurodevelopment in children, decreased risk of preterm birth, and reduced allergy and atopic disease. Fish also contains mercury which can cause fetal neurologic damage. All fish contain mercury, but some have more than others. This is why it is so important to know what fish has more mercury content.ACOG recommends 2 to 3 servings per week. Pregnant women can have fish high in omega 3 and low in mercury. Some examples of fish that are high in omega 3 and low in mercury are anchovies, Atlantic herring, Atlantic mackerel, mussels, oysters, farmed and wild salmon, sardines, snapper, and trout. Seafood that is low in mercury and low in omega 3 includes shrimp, pollock, tilapia, cod, and catfish. Fish high in mercury include king mackerel, marlin, orange roughy, shark, swordfish, tilefish, and tuna bigeye. 6. Can I eat sushi?Raw fish can carry bacteria or parasites. Therefore, it is recommended not to have raw fish, but you can have cooked options like tempura sushi. For example, all ingredients are cooked in the California roll except the cucumber and avocado.7. Can I exercise?Yes. If you do not have any complications (healthy pregnancy), it is recommended that you have moderate-intensity aerobic exercise for 30 minutes, 5-7 days a week. Moderate exercise means you can carry on a normal conversation during exercise. For example, brisk walking, gardening, and dancing. The benefits of exercising during pregnancy go beyond maintaining a good weight. Exercise also decreases muscle discomfort (back pain, pelvic pain), makes the pelvic floor strong, and decreases the risk of urinary incontinence. Avoid exercises with a higher risk of injuries, such as skiing, horseback riding, scuba diving, hot yoga o hot Pilates (for the risk of overheating), and skydiving. 8. Hot tubs and swimmingHot tubs are not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester, because higher body temperature has been associated with neural tube defects and miscarriage. Swimming does not appear to have any teratogenic effect because pools are typically cooler than body temperature. 9. Can I dye my hair? There is limited data on the safety of cosmetics. Because it is a topical product, systemic absorption is supposed to be low unless the skin is compromised. However, it is recommended to avoid ammonia-based products. Plant-based hair dyes are probably safe. Also, using these products in a well-ventilated area is recommended to avoid allergies. 10. Is it safe to have sex during pregnancy?Sex is safe if you do not have any complications such as placenta previa, vaginal bleeding, cervical incompetence, preterm labor, risk of preterm labor, or leaking of amniotic fluid. Sex does not increase the risk of complications during pregnancy, but like in the general population, there is a risk of sexually transmitted diseases during pregnancy. During pregnancy, the vaginal circulation is increased, and the cervix is more sensitive, so may have scant vaginal bleeding during intercourse but if the bleeding is heavy, patients should be evaluated.Conclusion: Now we conclude our episode number 111 “Pregnancy FAQ.” Dr. Urso explained that pregnancy is one of the most exciting moments in a woman's life. Special care is needed to make sure both mother and baby are healthy and safe during this special time. Appropriate vitamin supplementation, a nutritious diet, adequate exercise, and avoiding alcohol are key elements of prenatal care. We were reminded that sex is generally safe in uncomplicated pregnancies. This week we thank Hector Arreaza, Carmen Urso, Gagan Kooner, and Arianna Lundquist. Audio by Adrianne Silva.Even without trying, every night you go to bed a little wiser. Thanks for listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast. We want to hear from you, send us an email at RioBravoqWeek@clinicasierravista.org, or visit our website riobravofmrp.org/qweek. See you next week! _____________________References:Fox, N.S. “Do and Don'ts in pregnancy, truths and myths”. Obstetrics & Gynecology, vol 131, issue 4, 2018, pp.713–21. DOI:10.1097/AOG.0000000000002517. https://journals.lww.com/greenjournal/Fulltext/2018/04000/Dos_and_Don_ts_in_Pregnancy__Truths_and_Myths.16.aspx. Accessed 7 July. 2022.Advice about eating fish. 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Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2017 Apr 13;4(4):CD004905. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD004905.pub5. Update in: Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2019 Mar 14;3:CD004905. PMID: 28407219; PMCID: PMC6478115. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28407219/. Accessed 2 August 2022.“Moderate Caffeine Consumption During Pregnancy”, The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists (ACOG). Committee Opinion, Number 462, August 2010. (Reaffirmed 2020). https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2010/08/moderate-caffeine-consumption-during-pregnancy. Accessed 1 August 2022.Royalty-free music used for this episode: Good Vibes Alt Mix by Videvo, downloaded on May 06, 2022 from https://www.videvo.net/royalty-free-music-track/good-vibes-alt-mix/1017292/
It is well-known that optimal folate consumption has positive effects on a wide range of health conditions including fetal neural tube defects (eg. anencephaly, spina bifida), orofacial deformities such as cleft palate, pre-eclampsia and premature birth, as well as mood stability and longevity. This list is by no means extensive. Folic acid has been added to non-artisan/non-organic bread in Australia since 2009 for the purpose of protecting babies born with neural tube defects. While folic acid is certainly the cheapest form of the folates, the question remains, "Is it the best form?" Certainly, folic acid is NOT synonymous with folate from food or 5-MTHF supplements and errors or omissions in research papers and dietary guidelines stating "folate" when folic acid is the actual form used, are not correct, nor acceptable. Moreover, evidence is mounting not only of the penetrance of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in general, especially the A677T form, but also how these SNPs affect folate metabolism and worryingly how they affect the metabolism and excretion of cheap folic acid from fortified foods and supplements. Carolyn Ledowsky has long been a fervent advocate of the 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF) form because of issues with this unmetabolised folic acid taken by some individuals in doses well above the 1000mcg upper tolerable limit set out by medical and food authorities. Listen in today as Carolyn Ledowsky takes us through the discoveries of her Masters thesis and her plans to shake the halls of orthodoxy with her Ph.D project. The data will tell what they will, but Carolyn says the evidence is mounting against folic acid food fortification and favouring 5-MTHF supplementation in those with single nucleotide polymorphisms, esp homogenous 677C>T SNP.Research:Ledowsky C, Mahimbo A, Scarf V, et al. Women Taking a Folic Acid Supplement in Countries with Mandatory Food Fortification Programs May Be Exceeding the Upper Tolerable Limit of Folic Acid: A Systematic Review. Nutrients. 2022 Jun 29;14(13):2715. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35807899/Sweeney MR, McPartlin J, Scott J. Folic acid fortification and public health: report on threshold doses above which unmetabolised folic acid appear in serum. BMC Public Health. 2007 Mar 22;7:41. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1839088/Long S, Goldblatt J. MTHFR genetic testing: Controversy and clinical implications. Aust Fam Phys. 2016 Apr;45(4).https://www.racgp.org.au/afp/2016/april/mthfr-genetic-testing-controversy-and-clinical-imp#ref-20Tsang BL, Devine OJ, Cordero AM, et al. Assessing the association between the methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) 677C>T polymorphism and blood folate concentrations: a systematic review and meta-analysis of trials and observational studies. Am J Clin Nutr 2015;101(6):1286-94. https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/101/6/1286/4564518?login=falseBailey LB, Stover PJ, McNulty H, et al. Biomarkers of Nutrition for Development-Folate Review. J Nutr 2015;145(7):1636S-80S. doi: 10.3945/jn.114.206599.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4478945/Kelly P, McPartlin J, Goggins M, et al. Unmetabolized folic acid in serum: acute studies in subjects consuming fortified food and supplements. Am J Clin Nutr 1997;65(6)
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What are the common B vitamins? - Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor Vitamins are found naturally in food and needed in small amounts by the body for various functions, including the making of red blood cells, supporting the immune system and boosting energy production. There are 13 essential vitamins that our body needs, and the B-group vitamins make up eight of them. Here at our Chiropractic office, we're concerned about what you take in your foods to maintain optimal health. We'll show you all you need to know about the B-vitamins, so you're sure of what you're consuming, especially in form of supplements. What are B- vitamins? B-vitamins are water-soluble vitamins essentials that support several metabolic processes in the body. However, most B vitamins cannot be synthesized or stored by the body. This means you must consume them in your diet. Types of B vitamins The eight types of B vitamins include: Thiamine (B1) Thiamine, also called vitamin B1, has a strong role in nervous function and helps covert glucose into energy. Some good food sources of thiamine include legumes, whole meal cereal grains, seeds, yeast, pork, nuts, and wheat germ. Riboflavin (B2) Riboflavin supports vision and skin health, but it is primarily involved in energy production Some good food sources of vitamin B2 include yogurt, milk, cottage cheese, egg white, leafy green vegetables, kidney, yeast, liver, meat, and wholegrain breads and cereals. Niacin (B3) Niacin or vitamin B3 is needed for the body to convert fat, carbohydrates, and alcohol into energy. It also supports the digestive and nervous system, and maintains skin health. Niacin is heat stable, only a little is lost in cooking. Some good food sources of Niacin include poultry, meats, fish, eggs, wholegrain breads and cereals, milk, mushrooms, nuts, and all-protein-containing foods. Pantothenic acid (B5) Pantothenic acid is essential for proteins, fats, and carbohydrates metabolism. It is also needed to produce steroid hormones and red blood cells Some good food sources of pantothenic acid include meats, liver, milk, eggs, kidneys, legumes, peanuts, and yeast. Pyridoxine (B6) Pyridoxine is also needed to metabolize carbohydrates and protein, and it is essential in the formation of red blood cells and certain brain chemicals. This vitamin influences immune function, brain processes and development, and steroid hormone activity. Some good food sources of vitamin B6 include legumes, cereal grains, fish and shellfish, fruits, liver, meat and poultry, green and leafy vegetables, and nuts. Biotin (B7) Biotin is essential for fat synthesis, energy metabolism, glycogen synthesis, and amino acid metabolism. However, taking too much biotin can contribute to raise blood cholesterol levels. Some good food sources of biotin include egg yolks, liver, chicken, mushrooms, cauliflower, peanuts, and yeast. Folic acid or Folate (B9) Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate, and it is needed for red blood cells formation. It is also helps in the development of the fetal nervous system, DNA synthesis and cell growth. Every woman within childbearing age needs to take diets rich in Folate. Some good food sources of this vitamin include legumes, green leafy vegetables, poultry, cereals, eggs, liver, and citrus fruits. Cobalamin (B12) Cobalamin helps in red blood cell formation, the production and maintenance of the myelin surrounding nerve cells, and breaking down of some amino acids and fatty acids to produce energy. Some good food sources of this vitamin include meat, liver, cheese, eggs, cheese, milk, and almost anything of animal origin. It is important to always eat a balanced diet containing an adequate amounts of these vitamins. All the B vitamins are water soluble, but not stored in the body. So any excess amount is excreted in the urine. This means you need to constantly replenish your body with this vitamin from your diet. You may also get vitamin B in supplemental form to ensure you're getting the amount your body needs on a daily basis, but it is advisable to always get approval from your doctor or dietician before starting. We shall discuss the symptoms of B vitamin deficiency in our next article. You can consult Dr. Jason Jones at our chiropractic office at Elizabeth City to learn more about the benefits of adding the B-group vitamins to your diet.
Hey friend! This is Natasha :) If you got any value from today's podcast please do tag me on Instagram as I would love to thank you personally! https://www.instagram.com/natashagrano/ Soo grateful to each of you as together WE have made it into the TOP 3 Apple Podcasts for Education! Beyond excited to announce you can now Pre-order my new book "Be It Until You Become It" AND get my best-selling program with it FOR FREE from; www.beituntilyoubecomeit.com ——————- Today I sat down with one of the leading human biologist, bio-hacker and functional medicine expert Gary Brecka. Gary is also known as the celebrity biohacker who has worked with the likes of Grant Cardone, the Kardashians and NFL as well. This episode is gonna blow your mind and shatter the majority of your beliefs regarding the subjects of health, disease, and emotional well-being. Gary shares a simple analogy of how by just providing the raw materials for the body, we can enable it to take care of itself and never fall prey to any disease ever. And how by understanding the only reason for death in humans(hypoxia) we can resolve many health and wellbeing challenges that we are currently facing. Here are some powerful snippets from the episode which you wouldn't wanna miss… 3:41- Misnomers around optimal health and Gary's big takeaway from studying mortality. 4:45- What are raw materials? How to get more of them? 9:00- Truth about B-vitamin and Folic acid supplements. 11:40- why is our opinion about anxiety wrong? 17:16- Difference between the emotional states of anger and passion. 22:50- How do our emotions affect the kind of memories that we create in our lives? 29:25: What is depression? And what modern medicine is doing wrong? ——————- Episode resources: Connect with Gary Brecka. https://www.instagram.com/garybrecka/ Connect With Natasha https://www.instagram.com/natashagrano/ Access YOUR FREE GIFTS here: https://bio.site/natashagraziano I'll love to hear from you! Tag me on IG as I repost my favs!
Any pregnant mom will tell you: Their body goes through a major transformation! And with each passing month, nutritional needs change. We hear lots about omega-3s, but did you know that protein and choline play critical roles in the baby's development in utero? Host Jessica Rolph speaks with Registered Dietitian Ryann Kipping, founder of The Prenatal Nutritionist. Key Takeaways: [1:40] What is the role of protein in a pregnant person's diet? [5:05] In what ways should our diet shift post-pregnancy? [9:54] What nutrients are particularly important during the last stage of pregnancy? [12:35] What risks come with not gaining enough weight during pregnancy? [15:07] What is better for preconception: Folic acid or folate? [18:02] What are Ryann's tips around supplementation during pregnancy? Mentioned in this episode: Brought to you by Lovevery.com Dr. Brewer's Pregnancy Diet The Prenatal Nutritionist Follow The Prenatal Nutritionist on Instagram Receive weekly emails about your child's development, and stay in the know about new play essentials, promos, and more by signing up at Lovevery.com Follow Lovevery and Jessica Rolph on Instagram.
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In this episode, Tina and Leah cover what you need to know about folate, otherwise known as vitamin B9 or folic acid. What could be so important about folate that a whole episode is dedicated to it, you ask? Well, there are times when supplementation is needed and other times when it could be detrimental. Companies selling supplements aren't going to tell you the whole truth and nothing but the truth, but we will.Plus, there is a lot of misinformation out there on folate/folic acid, and who better to help clear the air? As always, their discussions are related to cancer treatments and aftercare, but there's plenty of general information to help non-cancer people understand folate better too. Links we mentioned on this episode and other cool stuff:Vitamin B9/Folate from The Nutrition Source, Harvard T. Chan School of Public Health Linus Pauling Institute Micronutrient Information Center: FolateFolic acid/Folate and Colorectal Cancer: The ParadoxThe Role of Niacin/Vitamin B3Absorption of folate (food) v. Folic acid v. 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF)The enzyme “glitch” (MTHFR) explained in plain languageDhremotherapy Inspired IV Decals for Chemotherapy on EtsyCheck out the video for our "Unofficial Theme Song," DNA by BTS.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thecancerpod)
Folic acid goes by many different names such as folate, Vitamin B9 or even by the brand name of FaLessa. It is a water-soluble vitamin and used in the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia as well as in supplementation. When treating Anemia dosing is initiated at 1 mg PO qd up to a mas of 5 mg per day until hematologic correction occurs. When it comes to supplementation, dosing varies based on age. Folic acid is an important component in DNA synthesis as well as in erythropoiesis. Common side effects are rash, irritability, flatulence, and abdominal pain. Folic acid is found in a wide variety of foods such as spinach, beets, dried beans, citrus fruits, and legumes. Amazon Affiliate link: https://amzn.to/31OkKVe for NAPLEX Math Review: The Foundation of a Logical NAPLEX Prep Strategy. FREE Drug Card Sheet is available for this episode at DrugCardsDaily.com along with ALL past FREE drug card sheets! Please SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW, and RATE on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your favorite place to listen to podcasts are. I'd really appreciate hearing from you! Leave a voice message at anchor.fm/drugcardsdaily or find me on most all socials @drugcardsdaily or send an email to contact.drugcardsdaily@gmail.com to leave feedback, request a drug, or say hello! DISCLAIMER: This content may contain sponsored content or the use of affiliate links. Partnerships, sponsorships, and the use of affiliate links provide monetary commissions for Drug Cards Daily at no cost to you! This is done in order to keep providing as much free content to everyone that comes to Drug Cards Daily. Thanks for your support! Drug Cards Daily provides drug information for educational and entertainment use. The information provided is not intended to be a sole source of drug information that is to be acted upon for patient care. If there are drug-related patient care concerns please contact your primary care Physician or local Pharmacist. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/drugcardsdaily/message
You've been hearing conflicting information about folic acid vs. folate for years. Doctors tell you to take folic acid. The more holistic ones tell you to take folate. Who do you listen to? For this week, I've decided to invite my summer intern, Samantha Fernando, to join me and present what she has discovered about this controversy. Samantha's project for the summer is to create a research database related to fertility for me. She is super amazing! In this episode, we talked about: The history of folic acid and how it became so popular The correlation between folic acid, folate, and pregnancy Folic acid vs. Folate How time affects doctors' views and studies on nutrition To learn more about Two elephants products, please visit www.2elefants.com How to connect with me: www.adriennewei.com www.2elefants.com TikTok @Theadriennewei Instagram @adrienne.wei Facebook Group - Fertile Me
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Building a better multivitamin step by step.1. Clarify your own nutritional needs with an annual physical and thorough nutritional assessment. Consider partnering with a practitioner who specializes in functional medicine and functional nutrition or a registered dietician who has advanced education and training in functional nutrition. Check out the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: https://www.eatright.org/find-a-nutrition-expert2. Find out why advanced nutritional testing for oxidative stress, malabsorption markers, essential amino acids and metabolic fatty acid markers is so important in order to get to the root cause of symptoms. Check out my website on this: https://sevahealthgroup.com/specialized-lab-testing/3. Don't get hooked with online tests that give you results but don't provide contextual analysis based upon your individual health needs and your lifestyle. Good professional advice doesn't cost you. It pays you. 4. Talk to your functional medicine or functional nutrition specialist about optimal form requirements for each nutrient. For example, folate formally referred to as folacin is found naturally in foods as folate. Folic acid is the manmade version sold as supplements and added to fortified foods. Folate is a B-vitamin that is absolutely critical for cell growth and metabolism and it's very important for pregnant women and women in childbearing age because it reduces the risk of brain and spine defects in a baby's brain. Folate is deficiencies are also common in people who have digestive issues, kidney or liver disease or those who abuse alcohol. Folate needs to be converted by the body into its metabolically active form which is 5-methyltetrahydrofolate or 5-MTHF. If folate is not converted into 5-MTHF form, it's not metabolically active. There are enzymes in the body that control this conversion. Synthetic folic acid is converted into dihydrofolate which is then converted into tetrahydrofolate, which is converted into 10-Formyl-THF, which is then converted into 5,10 Methenyl-THF, which is then converted into 5,10 Methylene THF which is finally converted into 5-MTHF. The reason this is important is because roughly 35-40% of people have a gene variant or single nucleotide polymorphism that interferes with or impairs their ability to convert folate into its active form. Individuals with this gene variant would require a multivitamin with the metabolically active form of folate 5-MTHF. Research has shown that 5-MTHF has been shown in studies to be almost 7 times more biologically active than folic acid. Check out this resource: https://www.designsforhealth.com/binaries/content/assets/designs-for-health/library/patient-education/l-5-mthf-pl-patiented.pdf4. Next you want to be looking at potency. Remember that the labels you're reading on supplement bottles and products sold in the US are based upon Recommended Daily Allowances and average requirements as established by the United States federal government and these standards were set many, many years ago. These averages do not take into account the underlying health issues that may make your nutrient requirements higher. For example, people with heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes have different nutrient requirements for optimal health, cellular metabolism and keeping those conditions under control. Older adults and elderly absolutely have different nutrient requirements. Those who take certain medications may need higher potency (we talked about that in Episode 1). So you want to be tuned into potency.5. Finally you want to consider additional nutrients that aren't commonly found in basic multivitamins such as: boron, mixed vitamin E tocopherols, alpha lipoic acid, bioflavanoids and carotenoids like lycopene. Stay Connected To Angel:Newsletter & Mailing List, Healthy Housecalls With AngelGet Daily Support: Join Our Membership Community: Get Fit & Functional For LifeFollow or Message Angel on LinkedInFollow or Message Angel on FaceBook Get Angel's Valuable Resources:DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE SUCCESS TRACKER NOW: Creating My Success, Fit & Functional For Life Healthy Habit TrackerENROLL IN OUR FREE RETREAT TODAY: What area of your life needs the most attention today? Find out in this free 7-day email course and learn how radical self-compassion can help you recognize signs of burnout, reverse damage caused by stress, and restore your physical, mental, and spiritual health.Schedule your COMPLIMENTARY Vision to Victory Coaching SessionWant to share Angel's passion for lifestyle medicine with your organization and learn how she puts mindfulness and self-compassion in action for better health? Request Angel as your next speaker/podcast or retreat guest: Connect Here
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