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Pregnancy and Varicose Veins

Pregnancy and varicose veins

One of the worries of pregnant women is the occurrence of varicose veins. These are large and usually swollen blood vessels that appear mostly likely on the legs but there are times when it may be seen on other parts of the lower body as well. What affects women most is that varicose veins are unsightly and at times they ...

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Chocolates and Pregnant Women

Chocolates and Pregnancy

Studies reveal that chocolates may be good for pregnant women. However, they have to choose dark chocolate instead of the usual milk chocolates. The researches indicate that dark chocolate may prevent pregnancy complications such as pre-eclampsia. This is a condition where the blood pressure of pregnant women may rise as extra protein is released in their urine. The studies also ...

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Foods to Avoid during Pregnancy

Some foods to avoid during pregnancy

Pregnant women should be aware of the effects of certain foods to the developing fetus. They need various nutrients, vitamins as well as minerals that they can get from a variety of foods but there are some that may be harmful and that they should avoid them as much as possible. They should for example avoid raw seafood or undercooked ...

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