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Here are some of the great maternity and baby deals going on right now. Keep checking back because I’ll be updating them often. Up to 50% off SquishmallowsTarget has up to 50% off Squishmallow and Squishmallows accessories and apparel. (Today only)BUY HERE20% discount on Busy Baby placematsAmazon has Busy Baby mounts on sale for $US23.99 ($29.99). The mat is vacuumed into a table and then you can attach toys, utensils, toothpicks, etc. with the silicone packs. They are perfect for eating out or when your child is in a primary ‘walking’ stage.Right now, all 7 colors are available.BUY HERE40% off…

20 Nov I’m a nutritionist who recommends breakfast cereal and here’s whyThis post was sponsored by General Mills. All opinions are my own.As a registered dietitian (RD) and mother of three, I always make sure we all eat breakfast. If you’re trying to get the kids to school on time, you know that getting the whole family (including the parents) to eat breakfast is no easy feat. That’s why I’m always looking for quick, easy, nutritious options — and let’s not forget delicious ones, especially for some of those younger picky eaters! Cereal quickly became one of our breakfast choices.…

December is usually an overwhelming month, many celebrations and occasions happen in this month. The December holiday season is upon us and predictably, everywhere we turn there is another table full of food and social gatherings ranging from office holiday parties to family gatherings. It’s very easy for you to lose track of your healthy lifestyle during the holidays. If not taken care of, you could overeat, over drink and avoid physical activity. The December holidays aren’t an excuse to give up on your healthy lifestyle choices, it’s a time to stay extra healthy. That’s why you need to know…

Greater adherence to World Cancer Research Fund/American Institute for Cancer Research (WCRF/AICR) recommendations for cancer prevention – which encourage a healthy lifestyle -; is associated with a lower risk of all cancers combined and some individual cancers such as breast cancer. The findings are published in BMC Medicine. The 2018 WCRF/AICR cancer prevention recommendations aim to reduce cancer risk by encouraging people to maintain a healthy weight, be physically active, and eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and beans, but low in extremely processed foods. red and processed meat, sugary drinks and alcohol. John Mathers and colleagues…

Most of us have never heard of Mindful eating, but now it’s a trend and it’s helping a lot of us. We wonder what is mindful eating? Is there a new diet or recipe or what? However, mindful eating is not just any diet but how we eat our food. We eat through our mouths, but how we eat matters a lot too. Often we don’t even think about how we eat and how it will affect our body.This topic can be new and exciting as it will help you understand how to eat. Traditionally, we eat whatever our mother…

Originally published in April 2018. This whole journey to discover exactly what food cravings are and why we have them is a result of my own cravings that I’ve been having for a few months now. I wanted to eat sweets all the time. Either I craved ice creams in the middle of the night or cakes and sweets during the day or after every meal. “If cravings were an indicator of nutritional deficiency, we’d all be craving fruits and vegetables,” says Karen Ansel, MS, RD, CDN. “The fact that we all crave high-carb and high-fat foods, along with the…

Mothers who experience high levels of stress, anxiety or depression during pregnancy may put their children at greater risk for mental health and behavioral problems in childhood and adolescence, the American Psychological Association revealed this week. The research, conducted by Irene Tung, PhD, of California State University, Dominguez Hills, suggests that psychological distress during pregnancy has a lasting impact on children’s likelihood of exhibiting aggressive, impulsive and inhibiting behaviors. These findings highlight the importance of accessible mental health support for expectant mothers to prevent childhood behavioral problems. The study analyzed data from more than 45,000 participants in 55 studies. All…

Creatine is one of the most well-studied exercise and sports supplements. Despite a lot of evidence supporting its benefits and safety, there is often confusion about the use of creatine. Here are the most common myths, misconceptions and FAQs about creatine.When should you take creatine?Creatine seems to have the greatest benefit when it is taken shortly before or after exercise as before or after training. Taking creatine before exercise may have a greater impact on performance, while evidence suggests that taking it after exercise is more beneficial for muscle growth and recovery. More research on timing of creatine supplementation is…

Mobility is an often overlooked component of fitness. Think about it: most people you see at the gym are either lifting heavy weights or running on the treadmill. Few people work on their mobility by stretching and moving with purpose. But you shouldn’t sleep on your commute! Mobility exercises are useful for increasing athleticism, strength, flexibility and more fitness parameters. For that reason, let’s take a look at the top 6 mobility exercises you can add to your routine today! 1. Hip Flexor Stretch on the couch The hip flexors are tight in many people. This is due, in large…

Endometriosis and diabetes are two separate health conditions that affect millions of women worldwide. Although they may seem unrelated, recent research suggests there may be a connection between the two. Women with diabetes are at higher risk of developing endometriosis, and those with endometriosis may be more prone to diabetes. Women experiencing both conditions should consider dietary and lifestyle interventions that can help manage their health effectively.Understanding diabetes and endometriosisBefore we delve into diet and lifestyle interventions, let’s briefly review the key features of diabetes and endometriosis.Diabetes: Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood sugar levels either due…