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25.01.2022 Im still here Im continuing to see clients via zoom and post all supplements to you either via @vital.ly_aus or from my clinic stash. At the moment Im doing a lot of personalised immune support protocols and anxiety/ stress support. ... Im still offering the acute immune consult to make sure you get supplements and recommendations the suit YOU. Link in bio if you would like some support. PS. My YouTube interview with @thatnaturopath is now LIVE. Link in bio if you want to know exactly how nutrients work and how you can support yourself with both food and supplemental doses of vitamin C, zinc, selenium + more. Part 2 coming next week where we will discuss herbs including andrographis + shittake mushroom (both which are currently being trialled in Wuhan)

25.01.2022 IMPROVING EGG QUALITY WITH NUTRITION// PART 1 Egg quality is crucial for optimal fertility. Many women worry about egg numbers (tested by a blood test called "anti mullerian hormone" or AMH). While egg numbers are important, egg quality is equally if not more important. The good news is you can improve egg quality. It takes around 100 days for develop a mature egg follicle, so 3 months of knuckling down for preconception care can make a huge difference. Read more... on my blog about how nutrients like vitamin D, zinc and CoQ10 have demonstrated positive effects on improving egg (oocyte) quality, often whilst patients are undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART); thus, enhancing effectiveness of treatment and ultimately fertility. This post + blog was put together with the help of @inadayjournal as part of herb internship with me. See more

25.01.2022 Could drinking tea help with PCOS? Read more via my blog. Link in bio.

25.01.2022 Read why I'm nutrients B12 is so special. We dont take any short cuts or use cheap ingredients!

24.01.2022 Let me reintroduce myself, for those of you that are just following that wholefood lady Im Brittany, clinical nutritionist + herbalist and mum of 2. I consult with individuals, couples and families on a 1:1 basis. Because of COVID, my consults are currently 100% online. Im currently not taking on new clients until October, 2020 but you can join waitlist via link in bio. I use Instagram as a platform to provide and empower you with as much information... as I can to improve fertility, support pregnancy and post birth and when the time comes, start solids. I have two ebooks available, Starting Solids and A Holistic Guide to Preconception and Pregnancy which you might also find helpful. Youll notice at the bottom of most of my posts I credit @loopnutrition @felicityharvie @inadayjournal . These 3 lovely ladies are doing a virtual internship with me and help me with the running of my clinic and keep up with instagram posts. You wont find me shaking my booty on tiktok, despite being known for my epic dance moves Im currently doing my masters in human nutrition and running a second business @im.nutrients . I also dont get twitter and am hopeless on Facebook I launched @im.nutrients earlier this year. I decided to make my own Childrens vitamins because nothing out there was good enough for my kids! My first formulation has been in the works for nearly two years. Im very happy with the finished product, a tasty chewable with zero nasties. If you want to refer a friend to follow please do! Im desperately trying to get to 10k followers so I can get a swipe up link. This means I can link you to articles etc on my stories. Eg. the full almond milk recall article from earlier this week. I think I got about 200 DMs asking for the link to the original article Thanks for following See more

24.01.2022 Many women ask me, why do I recommend an additional omega 3 (high DHA) supplement in pregnancy? Aren't dietary sources enough? Probably not. Omega 3 from plant sources (nut, seeds, avocado, oils) need to be converted to elongated DHA. Elongation is dependent on multiple processes and enzymes and the process can be rate limited. Animal foods like fish and eggs can provide DHA (eg. 1 cooked egg= 30mg and a can of pink salmon = 630mg) but if you read on, you'll see t...hat's likely not enough. It is recommended that pregnant women limit fish intake to 2-3 serves per week of smaller species fish, due to potential mercury contamination. While shellfish is also high in omega 3 fatty acids, things like oyster, prawns and mussels are generally off limits because of potential risk of food borne illness. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is best known for its brain boosting benefits. Studies have associated higher intakes of omega-3 essential fatty acids during pregnancy with improved foetal growth and development during gestation(~600mg DHA). DHA in particular plays a key role during foetal and infantile brain development . DHA also supports the development of brain structure, contributing 30% to 40% of the total long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids within grey matter of the cerebral cortex. In addition, DHA plays a role in transplacental nutrient delivery. In the third trimester, the foetal brain accumulates approximately ~60mg of DHA/kg, per day. This is equal to 180mg of DHA a day. Note: this is just to meet requirements of the foetal brain alone. DHA also reduce the risk of pregnancy complications. A recent danish study found that, DHA intake during pregnancy reduces the risk of preeclampsia by 33% and severe preeclampsia by 54%. There is also some suggestion that DHA supplementation in women with gestational diabetes may help to improve insulin sensitivity. Continued in comments See more

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22.01.2022 I heard yesterday schools in NSW is going back on 11th May. How are you all feeling about it? Im really think my kids need to get back to their education. Theres only so much practical life one can do! I am a little scared about potentially exposing them to COVID-19 but understand that it is mostly likely to be a mild case/ asymptomatic. Weve started dosing on immune supportive nutrients (zinc + vitamin C + B6) plus echinacea just incase. I want them t...he be in best form if we are going to go back. Will you be sending your kids back? Or will you continue home schooling? Id love to hear your plans as Im feeling so conflicted. See more

21.01.2022 Starting Solids 2.0 will be relaunching next week. Stay tuned. x #startingsolidsebook #babyledweaning #firstfoods #startingsolids #weaning #breastfeeding #bottlefeeding #babyfeeding #foodallergies #eczema #probiotics

20.01.2022 Googling ‘nutrients to help with successful embryo implantation’ will produce thousands of suggestions from questionable sources as to which supplements you should be taking, and what foods you should be consuming, in order to conceive successfully. Quercetin and bromelain are two of the supplements that are noted for their potential roles in pregnancy success, but does the scientific evidence back the claims? Swipe to find out more or get the full low down via my blog link in bio. This blog and post was put together by @loopnutrition as part of her internship

20.01.2022 Is your toddler addicted to milk? I see it frequently in toddlers and preschool aged children. I often hear parents say, "I give them milk because they are a fussy eater and I don't want them to be hungry". What's the milk really doing to them? Filling them up (so they won't dont have to eat proper meals) often leading to iron deficiency. Did you know that 1/4 of preschool aged kids are iron deficient?! Signs of low iron levels include fatigue, poor concentration, LOW APPETITE, irritability, pale skin plus more. But what about calcium you ask? Kids aged 1-3 years need 500mg of calcium daily. Calcium is also found in fruits, green vegetables, nuts, seeds, seafood, and herbs. My kids are obessed with dried fig, which are packed full of calcium. Check out this paper on cows milk and iron deficiency

18.01.2022 Once pregnancy is over, many women stop taking their prenatal multi vitamins and supplements. But did you know that many of these nutrients are just as important (if not more important) during lactation? Here are my top priority nutrients for breastfeeding mothers: IODINE Iodine is an essential mineral for the formation of thyroid hormones that control metabolism, growth and development.The mother can also develop postpartum thyroiditis,... which causes fatigue, low mood and hair loss. VITAMIN D Dietary source of vitamin D are fairly scarce and may of us aren't getting enough sun exposure. Breastmilk is a relatively poor source of vitamin D. If the mother had adequate vitamin D during pregnancy, an infant will have enough stored for the first 8-12 weeks of life. Breastfeeding mothers should have their vitamin D levels checked and dose to be prescribed accordingly. OMEGA 3 FATTY ACIDS - DHA A mothers breast milk composition is dependant on her dietary intake. The western diet (and plant based diet) is pretty abundant in omega 6 fatty acids and supplementing with omega 3's is beneficial. DHA, the biologically form is especially important to support bubs brain health, immune system and may also help prevent eczema. CHOLINE Choline is important to support optimal brain development in infants. The requirement for choline during lactation is even higher than in pregnancy. Supplementing with choline may help modulate the fat globules in breastmilk, preventing mastitis. VITAMIN B12 Vitamin B12 is especially important for brain development, cognitive and neurological function, child growth, synthesis of fatty acids in myelin and DNA synthesis. Not getting enough B12 while breastfeeding will impact the mother ability to function and potentially the child's long term health. #breastfeeding #breastfeedingweek2020 See more

17.01.2022 NUTRITION FOR PREGNANCY WORKSHOP// @bodylove.pilates Saturday 22nd May 2.30-4pm Body Love Pilates Studio, Woollahra ... For many the excitement of pregnancy can very quickly turn to overwhelm, confusion and guilt when we start to think about what to eat (or rather what you actually can stomach). Nutrition For Pregnancy is the workshop to the rescue! Created by two fellow mums @brownpapernutrition @wholefoodhealing and nutritionists, Nutrition for Pregnancy will empower you to know exactly what to eat and what nutritional bloods to ask your doctor for, plus tips and trick for managing morning sickness, gestational diabetes and other pregnancy complications. The workshop focuses on all three trimesters of pregnancy and will get you really clear on the specific nutritional requirements for each stage. After the workshop, you’ll be armed with evidence based nutrition advice, recipes and meal ideas to help you have your healthiest pregnancy. @dayonefertility

16.01.2022 TACO TUESDAY Mexican Pulled Pork + Kidney Bean Tacos Serves: 8-10. Freezes really well. ... Ingredients: 500g organic or free range pork scotch fillet 1/2 cinnamon quill 1 tsp whole black peppercorns 2 tsp coriander seeds 2 tsp cumin seeds 1 carrot, roughly chopped 1 red capsicum, deseeded and chopped 4 sprigs of fresh coriander 2 brown onions, diced 4 garlic cloves 4-6 fresh red chillis, deseeded 1/2 tsp chilli powder Extra virgin olive oil 400g BPA-free tin of kidney beans, rinsed and drained 400g BPA-free tin chopped tomatoes 4 tbsp tomato paste Method: Pre heat your oven to 120 degrees Celsius. Add 2 tbsp of olive oil to a large cast iron pot or other large pot with the diced brown onions and garlic, cooking for 10 minutes on a medium heat until soft and translucent. Grind up all the dried spices using a spice grinder or pestle and mortar. Add them to the onion mix and cook for a further 5 minutes. Next, add in the pork fillet to the pot and brown it on all sides. Add in the carrot, capsicum, tinned tomatoes, 1/2 cup water and tomato paste and mix well. Place the pot in the oven, with lid on and leave to slow cook for 5-6 hours. Half an hour before you intend to serve, remove the pot from the oven and add in the kidney beans. Mix well and place back in the oven for half an hour. Remove from oven and using a fork pull the pork apart. The meat should com away easily and mix with the sauces. To serve: add a heaped tablespoon of chilli con carne mix to a tortilla, top with shaved red cabbage, a dollop of guacamole and drizzle of sour cream. Squeeze with lime and enjoy! I recommend serving with La Tortilleria @latortilleriaau GF 100% Corn Tortillas. See more

16.01.2022 Ok so let's be clear, there is only ONE study on the paleo diet in pregnancy. This is not sufficient to draw any conclusions. It was aretrospective cohort study of healthy, low risk women with singleton low risk pregnancy (n=37) who adhered to a Palaeolithic diet (PD) before and throughout pregnancy (group A) and (group B) 39 pregnant women who consumed a regular diet. The PD is typically low COH as it excludes all grains, wheat, legumes, dairy products, ...refined sugar and processed oils. Primary outcomes were an oral glucose tolerance test and secondary outcomes including birth weight, mode of delivery (c-section + interventions) and rate of shoulder dystocia and preeclampsia. Measure of fasting blood glucose, fasting insulin and HbA1C were not undertaken, which decreases the accuracy of the studys ability to report on glycaemic control specifically. There was significant decrease in oral glucose tolerance score in the PD group, less gestational weight gain and infant birth weight was being reduced. The PD group did have better OGTT test results, though when you look at the data, the regular diet group, may have been slightly shifting towards subclinical hypothyroidism. The thyroid stimulating hormone levels , on average were higher in group B (2.44 vs 2.14). Subclinical hypothyroidism is a known risk factor for the development of gestational diabetes and the upper threshold for subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) in the second trimester is 3.0 U/L (6). The conclusion could be drawn that some of the group B participants potentially had SCH, which affected their OGTT scores. To the PD diets's credit, these ladies did have great ferritin levels which I likely because the ate a tonne of meat and didn't consume dairy. Dairy is a poor source of iron and can actually interfere with iron absorption. My verdict, seems like paleo may be ok in pregnancy in low-risk ladies. We know nothing about what they were actually eating other then it was paleo. Continued in ... See more

15.01.2022 Should your baby be taking probiotics? Well it depends. I recommend pregnant mothers take probiotics during pregnancy to up their own Bifidobacterium spp and LGG species, which will ultimately be passed onto their child. I extend this advice to during breastfeeding and will recommend probiotics be given to babies in a few instances. 1. In a healthy full term breast fed infants, I will hold off on probiotics and give them to mum instead. There is some sug...gestion that giving probiotics to babies in the first few weeks of life "speeds up" development of microbiome from being predominately bacteroides to bifidobacterium spp, which may actually be an important developmental stage you dont want to skip! 2. There is good evidence to support the use of certain probiotic strains in preterm infants and to prevent NEC 3. Probiotic supplements may help to off set some of the side effects of formula feeding 4. Certain strains may help to reduce crying time in colicky infants 5. There is a good amount of evidence to support the use of probiotic supplements to reduce the instance of allergies and atopy (including eczema and food allergies) It's important to know that not all probiotics are created equal. They all contains different combinations, strains and dosages, which will have different effects. It's also important to point out that most probiotics supplements contain excipients, some that are completely harmless and others are less optimal. Not sure where to start? I offer a baby consult specifically for this. Link in bio. A special mention to my intern @felicityharvie for helping me put this post together. See more

15.01.2022 My local bakery has stopped making hot cross buns Anyone else ISO-HUNGRY??? Whats the next holiday that has delicious things I can bake Anzac biscuits Ingredients 120g butter 100g honey... 2 Tbspn coconut sugar 1 tsp bicarb soda 100g GF rolled oats 150g sorghum flour 50g shredded coconut Method 1. Preheat oven to 180. Line a baking tray and set aside. 2. Combine the butter, honey, coconut sugar and bicarb soda in a saucepan over a low heat and gently stir the mixture until everything is melted. 3. Add the honey mixture to the dry ingredients and mix well. The mixture should be sticky but not overly runny. 4. Mould a small handful of mixture into a ball and then press out onto the lined baking tray into a cookie shape. Leave space between the cookies to allow them to expand. Once all the mixture is pressed out into cookies, gently go back over the cookies with a fork and press down. 5. Put the baking tray into the oven and allow to cook for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown. 6. Remove the biscuits from the oven and leave to completely cool before attempting to move. When you first get the biscuits out they will seem very soft, but they will firm up as they cool. #anzacbiscuits #baking #onmytable #lockdownbaking #iso #isohungry See more

14.01.2022 That feeling when you know your salad dressing is 1000x healthier and cheaper than store bought ones! Lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, a splash of maple syrup and seeded mustard is my go to. Whats yours? Got any tips? Id love some ideas for Asian style dressings. x #easyrecipe #youmakefriendswithsalad #salad #onmytable #saladsofinstagram #saladdressing

12.01.2022 I couldnt find my photograph of this cake recipe but it was too good not to share 250g whole hazelnuts (you could also use almonds) 250g of 70-80% organic dark chocolate 6 large organic eggs... 250g organic unsalted butter, softened 1. Preheat oven to 150 degrees Celsius 2. Butter 26cm spring form pan and line bottom with baking paper 3. Lightly toast hazelnuts in a skillet 4. Grate chocolate using a cheese grater 5. Once hazelnuts are nicely toasted, add to food processor and pulse until the become granules and similar sized to chocolate (not like flour) 6. Separate eggs into white and yolks 7. Using an electric mixer (I use kitchen aid) beat egg whites until holding soft peaks. Reserve to side for later 8. Beat butter using electric mixer for a few seconds then add the yolks one at a time. Once combined well add chocolate and hazelnut mix and combine well. 9. Fold in 1/3 of egg white mix, followed by another 1/3 and final the remainder. Make sure to combine evenly. 10. Spoon mixture into baking tray. Cook for 1 hour on middle shelf. Leave to cool for 20 minutes then turn out onto serving plate. Adapted from The River Café. #cake #onmytable #isobaking #glutenfreebaking See more

12.01.2022 Its world breastfeeding week but breastfeeding isnt always an option for all women. #fedisbest Here are my top tips for choosing a formula for your baby (in order of priority): - the formula is readily available at your local pharmacy/ supermarket - is affordable for your family long term ... - your baby likes the formula and tolerates it well (I dont recommend chopping and changing) - contains lactose and not maltodextrin, corn syrup or brown rice syrup (unless medically required eg. cows milk protein allergy, and occasionally lactose intolerance) *GOS can improve lactose tolerance. - contains probiotics (especially BB-12, as some of the "downsides" of formula feeding has been show to be mitigated by specific probiotic strain(reference below) - contains prebiotics (GOS and/ or FOS) - has ratio close to 1:1 of AA: DHA - has added fish or algae oil -is organic to reduce exposure to hormones, pesticides, and cadmium. -there are also other considerations like what type of oils are use. Vegetable oil doesn't tell you much, you want to full list of oils! But what about COW vs GOATS vs A2!!!! A2 cows milk and goats milk are in general, gentler on the stomach. Not all babies will be sensitive to A1 (regular cows milk). If you need more tailor and specific advice, please book a free 10 minute intro chat. Choosing "the best" formula for your baby can be very individual and dependant on a range of factors. Link in bio. #fedisbest #worldbreastfeedingweek https://www.nestlenutrition-institute.org//20140515050527- See more

11.01.2022 Are you taking supplements to support you immune system while pregnant and breast feeding? You may want to check the dosage aren't outside the safe range and within the therapeutic range. SWIPE right for more info. I've also added reference for you nutrient nerds and fellow health care workers.

11.01.2022 I understand this is a frustrating time for people going through assisted reproduction. The good news is that no matter where you are in your ART/IVF journey, you don't have to wait to improve your fertility. Improving your diet and micronutrient intake will enhance your chances of having a successful fertility outcome. The perfect time is NOW to action this while you have the blessing of TIME. Ideally, couples should commit to a minimum three to four months of pre...conception care BEFORE trying for a baby. Fertility speaking, you and your partner can completely different people in 3 months! It takes an average of 90 days for an egg to be ready for fertilisation and if you are a man reading this, 3 months for new sperm to develop and mature. I have also observed that it takes around a minimum of 3 months for blood concentrations of folic acid in women to be adequate to prevent neural tube defects. If you are about to start IVF, adhering to a mediterranean style diet (vegetables, fruit, wholegrain, legumes, fish and olive oil with less red meat) had 65-68% greater likelihood of achieving a successful pregnancy and birth compared to women with the lowest adherence to the Mediterranean-style diet [1] If you are waiting with your frozen embryos, there is still a lot you can do to improve endometrial health for a successful implantation. Vitamin E [2] is one of my go-to's as well as improving overall antioxidant status [3]. Dont waste anymore time. Book a free 10-min intro chat. Booking button in profile. 1. Mediterranean diet improves embryo yield in IVF: a prospective cohort study 2. The effects of vitamin E supplementation on endometrial thickness, and gene expression of vascular endothelial growth factor and inflammatory cytokines among women with implantation failure 3. Review on the role of glutathione on oxidative stress and infertility

10.01.2022 Starting solids with Ready Together https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Slwkx4gpOH4#dialog

09.01.2022 Low serum zinc levels have been implicated in a variety of suboptimal outcomes of pregnancy, including prolonged labour, postpartum haemorrhage, pregnancy-induced hypertension, preterm labour, and post-term pregnancies. Zinc deficiency is more prevalent in pregnancy, probably related to low consumption of zinc-containing foods, increased estrogen levels, a disproportionate increase in plasma volume, and high levels of copper and/or iron consumption, which c...ompete with zinc for absorption. There is a growing body of evidence to suggest that zinc deficiency may also contribute to complications in pregnancy and childbirth, lower birth weight and poor growth in childhood, impaired immune response, and increased infectious disease morbidity. Pregnant women who are zinc deficient have been shown to be more likely to suffer premature labour, miscarriage, inefficient labour and delivery, stillbirth, lower mental ability of the child, retarded foetal growth, and low immunity of both the mother and the child. Prolonged labour poses one of the greatest risks for maternal morbidity and mortality. Read more via my blog. Link in bio. This post and blog was written by @loopnutrition as part of her internship with me. #zinc #birthprep #thridtrimester #birthplan See more

09.01.2022 Nutrition for Egg Quality Part 2// On the blog (link in bio), we discuss the clinical research and indications for Inositol, Vitamin E and Omega 3 fatty acids to improving egg quality and enhancing fertility. MYO-INOSITOL BENEFITS:... - Increases the number of viable oocytes - Increases the quality of oocytes (less degenerated oocytes) - Improved embryo quality and decreased numbers of poor embryos - Improved oocyte developmental progress (indicated by gene expression) INOSITOL RICH FOODS: - Fresh fruits and vegetables are the best source of myo-inositol! Fruit sources include oranges, pears, bananas, peaches - Vegetables including capsicum, leafy greens, tomatoes and potatoes - Whole grains like brown rice, bran and oats - Legumes (lentils, chickpeas, black beans, white beans) - Nuts VITAMIN E BENEFITS: - Increases endometrial thickness making implantation more likely - Potent antioxidant, particularly protects lipids from oxidative stress - Down-regulates inflammatory gene expression - May mitigate the side effect of endometrial thinning due to ovarian stimulation VITAMIN E RICH FOODS: - Rice - Wheat bran - Oats - Walnuts - Pumpkin seeds OMEGA 3 BENEFITS: - Improved oocyte and embryo quality - Increased fertilisation rates - Higher serum levels of omega 3 fatty acids correlated with greater clinical pregnancy and live birth rates OMEGA 3 RICH FOODS: - The best source is fatty fish (sardines, herring, mackerel, salmon) - Nuts and seeds (walnuts, flaxseeds, chia seeds) - Free range eggs This post + blog was put together by @inadayjournal as part of her internship with me. See more

08.01.2022 Can you do me a favour this LONG WEEKEND? Can you prioritise sleep and reducing stress? Why? Because poor sleep effects on your immune system. It is a time of low metabolic demand, when the immune system is able to regulate both innate and antiviral immune responses, preparing for any anticipated challenges the following day. Acute immune activation promotes sleep. However, in the face of chronic stress, the normally adaptive function of sleep is disrupted. W...hen this occurs, the immune system becomes more proinflammatory and its antiviral function less proficient. In fact, those who suffer from sleep disturbance and have high variability in sleep duration between nights, also have higher levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) and IL-6. Ultimately, the consequence of sleep disturbance is a sustained inflammatory response, decreased antiviral response and increased susceptibility to infectious disease. Stress also increases the incidence of infection. In a landmark study involving 394 healthy individuals, the relationship between psychological stress and the frequency of the common cold was investigated. The results established the rates of both respiratory infection and common cold increased concomitantly with increased psychological stress. In a 2018 study entitled Resilience and immunity, found that those exposed to prolonged stress displayed lowest resistance, when intentionally exposed to viral infection. This group displayed glucocorticoid receptor resistance, which was believed to result in increased production of inflammatory cytokines. Thus, prolonged stress was correlated with the inability to regulate the inflammatory response and consequently increased susceptibility to viral infection. How can nutrition help? Magnesium is central to stress management and healthy central nervous system (CNS) physiological and pathological function at a biochemical level. Continued in comments.

07.01.2022 Its time to talk about male fertility again Ive previously spoken about nutrients for male fertility which are absolutely fundamental and are the building blocks for male reproductive health. Herbal medicine can play a complementary role. Many of the herbs can increase testosterone, reduce stress and increase stamina. Hello Herbs like turmeric and schisandra have liver detoxify and antioxidant properties which help to elim...inate endocrine disrupting chemicals and protecting against free radical damage. Curious about how herbs might help your man? Book a free 10 min intro chat. Link in bio. See more

07.01.2022 New blog via I'm nutrients

07.01.2022 Over the last few years, placenta consumption has been gaining attention from expectant mothers especially in Europe, North America and Australia. The process known as placentophagy is where the mothers placenta is either by cooking or drying and then is encapsulated for consumption by the mother after birth. This service is usually offered by doulas or mid-wives to support the mother after giving birth. Placenta is sometimes eaten raw and some women consume the placenta in... food (as a meat-substitute or in smoothies) post-partum. However, it is important that women are aware of the potential risks of placenta ingestion and understand the evidence regarding its said benefits of support. Potential Risks -Contamination or reinfection with bacteria and viruses -The placenta is a filter. It may contain heavy metals and other harmful substances that may be present in placental tissue. -If placenta consumption can increase oestrogen levels enough, then there may be a greater risk of thromboembolism. Potential Benefits -Nutrient Density -Potential reduction in post birth pain -May improve lactation -Possible improved moods and energy levels postpartum. Ultimately it's your body, placenta and choice. Id be keen to har your thoughts below. You can read more detail via my blog. Link in bio. This post and blog was put together by Annabel @inadayjournal as part of her internship with me. #placenta See more

06.01.2022 Vegetable Packed Bolognese Sauce - Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cooking Time: 35 minutes... - Serves: 4-6 serves 500g grass-fed beef, veal, pork or chicken mince (use 1 cup of soaked lentils for V & VG) 1 onion, diced 1 carrot, diced 2 celery stalks, leaves removed and diced 1 zuchinni, grated Handful of basil leaves 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 BPA-free tin of diced tomatoes 4 tbsp organic tomato paste 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil To serve: GF pasta, Pulse Pasta, Spelt pasta or Zoodles (spiralised zucchini pasta) 1. Add the oil to a frying pan over medium heat. 2. Add the onions and cook until soft. Then add the carrot, celery, garlic and zucchini. Cook for 5 minutes or until soft. 3. Add the mince and mix until all browned. Then add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste and basil. 4. Simmer for 20-25 minutes. 5. Serve with pasta of choice and a side salad. This sauce freezes really well so is a great option for batch cooking.

06.01.2022 Incase you missed it, the past few days on my stories I have been discussing caffeine in pregnancy after some (not so) recent research was published as a meta-analysis and review last week. The review's findings were based on 48 observational studies spanning 2 decades. Many of these studies used dietary recall which is inherently bias and relies on the participants memory. The medical community are calling this new review alarmist and reject the recommendation ...of zero caffeine in pregnancy. Not only did the make a highly engaging news story in mainstream media, it has also provoked feelings fo shame, anxiety and unnecessary stress for women trying to conceive or that are pregnant. Slide right to see my breakdown and recommendations. As special thanks to @loopnutrition for doing the back ground research on this for me. #caffeine #pregnancy #coffee

05.01.2022 I usually steer clear of vaccine articles but thought this goop one was interesting. ACHH (a standardised mushroom extract) may be effective in clearing HPV infection. https://goop.com/wellness/health/hpv-and-cervical-cancer/

04.01.2022 Green Bread for Babies? Why not! Green has got to be one of the most hated colour by most fussy eaters. I don't know why because dinosaurs, and monsters are green! I digress, my point is, EXPOSURE YOUR BABY TO A RANGE OF COLOURS (including green) from early on to reduce fussy eating later on. Green vegetables are also PACKED full of nutrients like iron, calcium and folate. Green Bread Makes 1 loaf Prep time: 20 minutes... Cook time: 35 minutes Ingredients Dry 1 1/2 cups buckwheat flour 1/2 cup brown rice flour 2 tsp baking powder (aluminium free) 1 tsp sea salt (optional) Wet 1 cup broccoli florets 2 cups baby spinach, firmly packed 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 eggs Method 1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Line a loaf tin with baking paper and set aside. 2. Place a medium sized saucepan, half filled with water onto the stovetop and top with a steamer. Turn onto high and add broccoli to steamer. Place the lid on and allow to cook until soft but not overcooked. 3. Tip cooked broccoli into a bowl and set aside. 4. Return steamer to saucepan, add in baby spinach and return lid. 5. Allow to steam until wilted. Once the spinach is wilted, place into a bowl and set aside. Once the spinach is cool enough to touch, squeeze excess liquid out with hands. 6. Place spinach and broccoli into a blender and blend until smooth. More recipes like this in #startingsolidsbook NOW LIVE Link in bio See more

02.01.2022 ROSEMARY// is a traditional symbol for marriage and fertility. Fun Fact: rosemary leaves in ancient times used to be sprinkled on the bed of a new married couple for good luck and fertility. Not sure how comfortable this would have been!!! Repost @mediherbaus

02.01.2022 I wasn't sure if I should call this post liver + pregnancy or vitamin A + pregnancy. There are a few conflicting opinions floating around on this topic so I thought I'd lay down some facts, so you can decide for yourself. Vitamin A is essential for reproductive function and a normal developing embryo. Vitamin A deficiency is still a public health issue, night blindness being one of the symptoms. Vitamin A strengthens the immune system, supports visual, bo...ne, skin and mucosal health. It can however be toxic when consumed in high amounts because being a fat soluble vitamin, it stores (mainly in the liver), hence why animal liver is a rich source. In the first part of pregnancy, excessive amounts can be teratogenic, causing congenital malformations involving the central nervous and cardiovascular systems and spontaneous abortion. The RDI for vitamin A in pregnancy women is 800 mcg/ day and the upper limit is 3000 mcg. WHO suggests that up to 3000 mcg daily or 7,500 mcg weekly after first 60 days of gestation is safe. Most prenatal multi's contain beta carotene which needs to be converted to "active" vitamin A inside the body. Conversion can be slow and in some cases inadequate to meet demands. Approximately, 30g (1 ounce) of chicken liver contains 1,120 mcg of vitamin A. A little above the RDI but well below the upper limit. Clearly, it's a quantity issue. Small amounts or the occasional serve, may be ok. Let's talk about quality. The liver is the detoxifying organ of the body. If you cannot get organic liver, I wouldn't go near it. Then there is the issue of food borne illness. It isn't recommend that you eat pate in pregnancy because it could contain potentially harmful bacteria. My advice is if you are going to have it (because you crave it or that's what you are into), make it yourself and eat it fresh. Personally, I'm not a fan for taste reasons!!!! Ref: Nutrients 2019, 11, 681; doi:10.3390/nu11030681 See more

02.01.2022 Iron is an important mineral, mostly responsible for helping transport oxygen around the body. For toddlers, iron also plays an essential role in growth, development, cognition and immunity. The requirement for iron in preschoolers is high because of their rapid rate of growth. It can be easy for them to fall short of the requirements if their diet isnt carefully planned. Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in children worldwide. Swipe left to read mo...re and find out the signs and risk factors for iron deficiency in preschoolers. #iron #childrenshealth # #startingsolids #babyledweaning #breastfeeding #bottlefeeding #babyfeeding #foodallergies #childhoodunplugged #mumsofinstagram #mumlife #instamama #motherhoodrising #healthyfamily See more

02.01.2022 ITS WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK 1-7th AUGUST One of the reasons many women cease breastfeeding is perceived supply issues. I thought Id kick the week off with a list of the herbs I use to help my clients BOOST their MILK SUPPLY. Herbs that increase milk production are termed galactogouges. FENUGREEK... Fenugreek is a traditional Ayurveda herb, has been used for centuries to increase milk production. It also has a blood sugar regulating and lipid-lowering effect, so maybe beneficial for women with gestational diabetes in there the last trimester. MILK THISTLE Milk Thistle or St Marys Thistle is most commonly known for its action of restoring and supporting liver function. Silymarin, the active constituent of the herb has been found to increase milk supply. It is also a potent antioxidant so may help to reduce oxidative stress during pregnancy. GOATS RUE Traditionally used for diabetes and as a diuretic, Goats Rue has also been observed to increase milk in goats grazing on the herb. Hence the name Goats Rue! This herb is a good source of chromium, a mineral with blood sugar regulating effects. FENNEL SEED The evidence for fennels ability to promote lactation is lacking. Fennel has a weak oestrogenic effect, which may actually decrease milk supply if taken in high amounts. Fennel when administered to the mother of a colicy or gassy baby can reduce digestive upset though its carminative action. *Be cautious of fennel allergy CARAWAY Its carminative effect attributed to its essential oils, is effective at reducing spasms and flatulence in babies. It is best administer though the mother. #worldbreastfeedingweek See more

02.01.2022 It's been awhile since I posted a blue tile. This one is for the guys. What you eat prior in the 3-6 moths prior to concieving matters to the lifelong disease burden of your offspring.

01.01.2022 MASTITIS affects 1/3 lactating women. Symptoms include: Local- pain, tenderness, erythema, engorgement, swelling, nipple damage, breast lump, and nipple discharge. Systemic- flu-like symptoms, fatigue, fever, nausea, vomiting, leathery and myalgia (muscle pains). ... Causes include: -Infective: virus, bacteria, fungus -Poor attachment -Cracked nipples -Blocked Milk ducts -Incomplete breast emptying -Ceasing breastfeeding too quickly You'll be surprised to know that antibiotics have insufficient evidence supporting the their effectiveness of lactational mastitis. If you take one look at the list of symptoms, you'll realise there is only on cause where antibiotics will actually help (bacterial infection). The most likely infective agents are Staph.aureus, Staph.epidermidis, Strep.mitis, Candida albicans and Herpes Simplex. Some probiotics strains have been shown to both prevent and treat mastitis. These species include: Lactobacillus salivarius, Lactobacillus gasseri, Lactobacillus fermented and Lactobacillus rhamnoosus. Probiotics have direct antimicrobial effects, anti-inflammatory and immunoregulating properties. Want to find out more about how probiotics can help you during lactation? Link in bio for free intro chat. See more

01.01.2022 Here is a photo of me pretending to go to the farmers markets! What's the relevance? You probably aren't getting out much either and are likely not getting enough sunlight, which in turn might mean you arent getting enough vitamin D. Your kids might not be either. It's never been a better time to ensure vitamin D adequacy, especially as we enter winter. Vitamin D exerts antiviral and immunoregulatory actions. Vitamin D enhances cellular immunity, which in part re...duces the inflammatory cytokine storm produced by the innate immune system. Is vitamin D important for kids??? Absolutely! In fact, a Cochrane systemic review, reported that there were several studies that reported an association between vitamin D deficiency and infections among children below the age of five years. What about infants? Breast milk provides a complex of essential nutrients as well as a whole host of immune-boosting benefits; it is, unfortunately, a poor source of vitamin D. The America Academy of Paediatrics recommended that all exclusively breastfed babies be supplemented with 400iu of vitamin D daily. In Australia, mainly because of the abundance of sunshine, the recommendations for vitamin D supplementation only apply for exclusively breastfed infants with darker skin or of veiled mothers. Given the current situation of indoor confinement and lack of sun exposure, vitamin D supplementation for exclusively breastfed babies may be indicated. Formula fed babies don't need additional vitamin D supplementation as formula is fortified with it. Discussing your (or your kids) current vitamin D status is something we can discuss in an acute immune consultation. If we need to check bloods, this can be done via a blood spot, meaning you can do it from the comfort and safety of your own home. You can book via link in bio or DM me for more info.

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