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OMG! Chocolate!

Posted by Samantha Gluck in Women's Health Topics on February 25, 2011

Studies show that the desire to consume chocolate during pregnancy is the most common food cravings women experience. It could be a cup of hot chocolate before bedtime, some chocolate ice cream in the afternoon, chocolate candy anytime day or night, chocolate cake, chocolate milk or cookies with chocolate morsels. But when that craving hits, […]

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Pregnancy – Eating For Two or Just You?

Posted by Samantha Gluck in Women's Health Topics on February 8, 2011

Practicing nutritionally sound, well-balanced eating habits during pregnancy is an essential ingredient in a satisfying and healthy pregnancy. Understanding which foods to avoid and which foods to include in your diet can help you make the healthiest choices for you and your baby. Eating for Two? Contrary to popular belief, studies reveal that pregnant women […]

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