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on the way
is for Japanese people who eat a lot of is for sunshine – spend some time out in
fish and as a result they have three times the sun – but avoid the hottest part of the
the omega three fats in their body than day between 11am and 3pm.
the average American. Take a tip from the
Japanese – eat more oil fish. Aim to eat fish is for take B vitamins. These support
two to three times per week. the nervous system, and memory and
can help with the emotional turmoil and
is for keep your sense of humor. So tearfulness that may accompany a pregnancy.
you left your keys in the car and put Vitamin B injections are available in Dubai for
your teabags in the fridge, so what? those who are severely deficient.
It happens. Pregnant women forget things
sometimes. Don’t be too hard on yourself and is for understanding your symptoms. If
laugh with it. something doesn’t feel quite right and is
getting predominantly worse do go and
is for lecithin capsules, which are highly see a doctor.
recommended during pregnancy as they
contain phospholipids, especially if you is for vitamins, which are really important
are vegetarian. during pregnancy and prior to pregnancy,
even if you are eating a well balance
is for the mental symptoms of organic diet. A good multi-vitamin, omega 3 fats,
pregnancy that include; B6, folic acid, B12 and zinc are recommended.
forgetfulness, vivid
dreams, depression, is for water – drink it filtered
sleeplessness and anxiety. and drink it often. Don’t wait
Many of the mental symptoms until you feel thirsty.
come from changes in the
woman’s brain chemistry and is for Yoga. This is great for
endocrine system. helping you to relax and unwind
and de-stress. It is also a simple
is for nutrition which is and natural way of preparing women
essential in pregnancy. for motherhood and the baby for
Opt for wholegrain foods, childbirth. Most pre-natal yoga classes
fruits and vegetables, fish, nuts and seeds. recommend waiting until you are 12 weeks
before joining a class.
is for omega oils. These are vital for good
mental health. Omega 3 oils come from is for zinc, which is extremely important
oily fish, flax seed and hemp whereas during pregnancy. Without a good supply
Omega 6 oils come from evening primrose oil of zinc in the mother, the chances of her
and borage oil. becoming deficient are very high. This is because
before a woman gives birth she transfers a large
is for Patrick Holford’s ‘Optimum supply of zinc to her baby. Signs of zinc deficiency
Nutrition Before, During and After include depression, white marks on two or more
Pregnancy,’ which includes information on fingernails, a poor appetite, stretchmarks and a
how omega 3 fats can help reduce depression poor immune system.
in pregnancy.
is for quiet. Take some time to be quiet, CREDITS: mother,bbaabbyy&&cchhiilldd AApprriill 22001111
breathe in and out and meditate. Fatema Paruk, Homeopath at the Dubai Herbal and Treatment Centre
and Patrick Holford, author share their insights on the most common
is for rest. It is important to rest not mental symptoms during pregnancy.
only at the beginning of a pregnancy
throughout the nine months. Don’t Patrick Holford’s supplements are available from the Organic Foods and
overdo it and get proper rest and take naps Café in Dubai Mall and the Greens and his book, Optimum Nutrition, before
when you can. during and after pregnancy, can be found in most bookstores in Dubai.
http://www.patrickholford.com/.
To discuss your pregnancy and any health concerns with Fatima Paruk,
Homeopath at the Dubai Herbal and Treatment Centre call
04-335120 or email Fatima@dubaihtc.com
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