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Nutrition - pregnancy, adult (79 contents)
What is a healthy diet for pregnant women?
A healthy diet during pregnancy is crucial for the health of both the mother and the developing baby. Proper nutrition can help ensure adequate nutrients, supporting the normal development of the...
5 reasons to eat healthily
Healthy eating is more than just a diet. It's a lifestyle that promotes better physical and mental health. Eating healthy can help improve your quality of life, reduce your risk of many diseases and...
Nutrition in gestational diabetes
Gestational diabetes is a disease that is increasingly complicating the course of pregnancy. A number of changes in the pregnant woman's body promote the onset of diabetes in previously apparently...
Childbirth in the age of the coronavirus - preparing the mother-to-be for a safe delivery
Two years after the declaration of the pandemic state, much has changed in Poland - society has not only become accustomed to the virus, but has also learned to live with it. The pandemic state has...
Dissection of the rectus abdominis muscle after childbirth
The pregnancy stage is a major challenge for a woman's body. As the baby grows, the uterus becomes significantly enlarged, which also affects other organs and tissues. Many women experience a...
COVID-19 in pregnancy
COVID-19 is a disease that, despite having appeared in humans for many months, is still really being discovered. Its possible symptoms, complications, but also its course in different patient groups...
Diet during the first trimester of pregnancy - what to eat and what to avoid?
During pregnancy, it is important to avoid stimulants or excessive strain, but also to eat properly. Pregnant patients often try to ensure a varied menu, but sometimes they make certain mistakes. One...
Leucocytosis in pregnancy - causes, symptoms, treatment
This article deals with the phenomenon of leukocytosis in pregnant women.
Gestational diabetes: what could be the symptoms?
Gestational diabetes poses a serious risk to both mother and foetus, which is why it is advisable for every pregnant woman to undergo tests at certain points during pregnancy to diagnose the problem...
Superfoods review, i.e. I know what I'm eating!
Superfood - this is a relatively new term that is increasingly appearing in food advertisements. What is a superfood and is it really so 'super' to include in your daily diet?
Gluten-free diet - new fad or absolute necessity?
A gluten-free diet is a necessary part of the lifestyle of people suffering from coeliac disease and gluten allergy. Until now, medicine had no other proposal for the treatment of these conditions,...
Determination of glycated haemoglobin in gestational diabetes risk estimation
Gestational diabetes poses a risk for both mother and child. In the pregnant woman, it increases the risk of, among other things, cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes in the future, while in...
How to improve the appearance of breasts after pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful periods in a woman's life, it is also a time when a woman's body undergoes intense changes. Many ladies notice that after pregnancy and breastfeeding, their...
Folic acid - essential for a healthy pregnancy!
Folic acid should be supplemented by every woman who wants to become a mother in the near future. However, it will not always be absorbed correctly. Folic acid malabsorption can be caused by a...
Does vaccinating a pregnant woman against H. pyloriV put her baby at risk?
During pregnancy, most vaccinations are simply not given. Sometimes, however, a patient may present for vaccination simply without knowing that she has been vaccinated - this may be the case, for...
Vegan living
The increasing popularity of organic living and being fit is spreading the idea of healthy eating. Along with this idea, the popularity of diets with better health outcomes is increasing. One such...
Childbirth school - why sign up for classes?
Every pregnant woman, around the 22nd week of pregnancy, is informed by her doctor about the possibility of attending a birthing school. Whether reimbursed by the National Health Fund or privately...
Which blood tests during pregnancy?
Pregnancy is an exceptional time - the prospect of expecting a baby begins to overshadow the whole world. Caring for the developing baby, becomes paramount for us. It is therefore very important to...
Early pregnancy - until when it lasts, symptoms, tests
This article covers news on the symptoms of early pregnancy, how long a pregnancy lasts, and how to determine the date of delivery. About two weeks after conception, a woman begins to suspect that...
Eating disorders - types, causes, treatment
Food is an expressive symbol in our culture. A positive symbol. It is an expression of love, care, connection, respect. It is used to celebrate important events and mourn losses. It becomes as often...
Complex carbohydrates - why are they recommended for breakfast?
The adverts say complex carbohydrates. What are they and why should you eat them? Find out in our article.
Iron deficiency - causes, symptoms, treatment
After reading this article, ask yourself if you are suffering from iron deficiency? If you have any doubts, take advice from your doctor.
