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Friday, 14 July
13:29
5 Best Prenatal Vitamins in 2023 Fiona Peacock BellyBelly
Prenatal vitamins contain all the essential vitamins and minerals your body needs during pregnancy. As you can imagine, growing a baby from scratch is no easy feat, and your body will need plenty of vitamins and minerals for this mammoth task. Many expectant mothers choose to take prenatal vitamins for a healthy pregnancy. With numerous options available, finding the best prenatal vitamins in 2023 can be overwhelming.
A good quality pregnancy vitamin contains all the key nutrients, including vitamins and minerals necessary for optimal fetal development and maternal health. Some vitamins are lacking in many modern diets; a prenatal supplement is an easy way to make sure youre getting enough of these vital vitamins to be confident both you and your baby will enjoy optimal health.
How is a prenatal vitamin different from a normal multivitamin?
During pregnancy, your body needs more of certain vitamins and minerals. A prenatal vitamin should contain more of these vital vitamins and minerals. Folic acid is probably the most well-known ingredient of prenatal vitamins but, in fact, other nutrients such as vitamin D are just as important. Most prenatal vitamins contain a mix of all the nutrients that aid healthy development.
Choosing your prenatal vitamins
There are many prenatal vitamins on the market. How do you know which are the best? The most important thing to do is to check the vitamins and minerals included in the supplement, to see which vitamins are included and how much of each is in the dosage. If the supplements hit the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), theyre a great addition to a healthy, balanced diet.
A study published in the journal Maternal Health, Neonatology and Perinatology found that prenatal supplements varied widely in content. Surprisingly, the essential vitamin levels found in prenatal vitamins were often well below the recommended intake during pregnancy. This highlights the need to check labels before purchasing prenatal supplements.
Its also worth reading the reviews. If youre struggling with morning sickness, you might want to choose a prenatal vitamin that tastes nice. Some supplements taste yucky and this can be difficult if youre struggling with nausea.
When should I start taking prenatal vitamins?
Its vital to start taking a prenatal vitamin as soon as you find out youre pregnant, if not before. If possible, you should start taking prenatal vitamins as soon as you start trying to conceive, to prepare your body for pregnancy. Dont worry if you didnt do this; simply start taking them as soon as possible.
What to look for in prenatal vitamins
Not all prenatal supplements are the same, so its important to read the label be...
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Thursday, 13 July
20:00
Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Battle Nations Stillbirth Crisis "IndyWatch Feed Nthamerica"
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Federal lawmakers this week introduced a bill aimed at reducing the more than 20,000 pregnancies that end in stillbirth every year in the U.S.
The Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act would explicitly allow federal funding earmarked for mothers and children to also be used for stillbirth prevention, including initiatives that encourage expectant parents to be aware of and track their babies movements in the womb.
ProPublica has spent the past 18 months reporting on stillbirth, the death of an expected child at 20 weeks or more of pregnancy. The investigation found that a lack of comprehensive action, research and awareness, as well as stark racial disparities, have all contributed to a stillbirth crisis that exceeds infant mortality and far eclipses the number of babies who die of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, each year. Research shows as many as 1 in 4 stillbirths may be preventable. But while other wealthy countries have been able to reduce their stillbirth rates, the U.S. has fallen behind.
Stillbirth upends the lives of individuals and families from all demographics across the United States devastating parents and families and increasing the risk of maternal mortality and morbidity, Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., said in a statement on Tuesday.
Investigative reporting has helped call public attention to this major public health concern, he added, and I will do all I can to address this crisis, including introducing the bipartisan Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act.
Merkley and other lawmakers i...
18:40
Bad Climate: An Illustrated Guide To Kiribatis Ongoing Fight For Survival "IndyWatch Feed National"
Earlier this year, Swiss cartoonist Felix Schaad accompanied Australian staff from Medecins Sans Frontieres/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) to Kiribati, to learn more about the island nations epic battle to survive the growing impacts of climate change.
Schaad met with community members, political leaders, advocates and MSF team members during his trip, and documented it with a unique cartoon feature about climate, health and environmental challenges Kiribati is confronting.
Notes on Kiribati and MSF
MSF has been present in Kiribati since mid 2022. An MSF paediatrician, obstetrician, midwife and paediatric nurse are working alongside i-Kiribati staff to ensure care can be given to patients in Kiribatis main hospital and support the Ministry of Health staff. An MSF team has also worked on some of the...
15:30
Four vitamin K myths and the truth Dr Sara Wickham
I want to address some vitamin K myths.
Because if theres one birth-related topic on which myths abound, its the giving of vitamin K to newborn babies.
Vitamin K is given to prevent babies from getting a rare but potentially fatal bleeding disorder.
This disorder is called vitamin K deficiency bleeding, or VKDB. It occurs in about 1 in 11,000 babies.
Vitamin K can be given by intramuscular injection or orally (by mouth). Intramuscular vitamin K is usually given just after birth. Oral vitamin K tends to be given in a series of doses over the first few weeks of a babys life.
Vitamin K has been routinely offered in high-income countries for decades now, but it has also been controversial for much of that time. You can find out more of the key facts here.
Ive been speaking, researching and writing about vitamin K for more than 25 years now. And one of the key things that I talk to colleagues about is just how many inaccurate blog posts and information leaflets are out there.
The inaccurate ones can be inaccurate in one of two very different ways.
Some are medically-focused and fear-based. These overplay the risks or cite unusual data without looking at the issues critically, or in depth.
But others downplay the risks and give a different type of inaccurate information.
Both are written by people who are well-intentioned. Unfortunately, some sources are biased, and many are using out-of-date information. Some writers are not knowledgeable enough about the issues. Often, they have summarised or copied someone elses work (sometimes mine) and dont really understand the research or the issues well enough themselves. So they make mista...
14:09
Bill Gates Destroying The Environment with Mosquitoes? "IndyWatch Feed World"
I rank Bill Gates up there with Klaus Schwab and George Soros as one of the greatest threats, combined with others, that will fulfill our computers forecast projecting the decline & fall of Western Civilization post-2032 and the sharp decline in world population. That has been his familys goal since creating Planned Parenthood to promote abortions in minority areas to reduce the population of particular races. That was the clever way to turn eugenics into a womans right.
Now,
Gates is dangerously altering the environment and there is no
understanding of the profound damage he is causing this time all
while he is pretending to care about the planet and humanity. In
2022, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved releasing
more than 2 billion genetically altered male mosquitoes in Florida
and California following a pilot program in the Florida Keys dating
back to 2020. Of course, the so-called fact-checkers only spread
their own disinformation and appear to be so hateful and biased
that they support anything that undermines whatever is said by
their opposition regardless of the truth.
Cases of malaria have emerged in the US for the first time in 20 years. They focus on the statement when this project was released. Oxitecs work in the US has involved releasing genetically modified, male Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes in the Florida Keys with the purpose of combating insect-borne diseases such as Dengue fever and the Zika virus. The intent is to have the modified mosquitoes mate with female mosquitoes and pass on a genetic change in a protein that would render any female offspring unable to survive thus reducing the population of the insects that transmit disease.
First of all, they just assume that the Oxitec press release was telling the truth. They paint the picture that malaria was not among this disease th...
12:02
Flavonoids from seabuckthorn mimic neurotrophic functions in inducing neurite outgrowth in cultured neurons. "IndyWatch Feed Health"
PMID: Phytomedicine. 2023 Jul ;115:154832. Epub 2023 Apr 18. PMID: 37121059 Abstract Title: Flavonoids from Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.) mimic neurotrophic functions in inducing neurite outgrowth in cultured neurons: Signaling via PI3K/Akt and ERK pathways. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Various brain disorders, including neurodegenerative diseases and major depressive disorders, threaten an increasing number of patients. Seabuckthorn, a fruit from Hippophae rhamnoides L., is an example of "medicine food homology". The fruit has enriched flavonoids that reported to have benefits in treating cognitive disorders. However, the studies on potential functions of Seabuckthorn and/or its flavonoid-enriched fraction in treating neurodegenerative disorders are limited.PURPOSE: This study aimed to determine the ability and mechanism of the flavonoid-enriched fraction of Seabuckthorn (named as SBF) in mimicking the neurotrophic functions in inducing neurite outgrowth of cultured neurons.METHODS: Cultured PC12 cell line, SH-SY5Y cell line and primary neurons (cortical and hippocampal neurons isolated from E17-19 SD rat embryos) were the employed models to evaluate SBF in inducing neurite outgrowth by comparing to the effects of NGF and BDNF. Immuno-fluorescence staining was applied to identify the morphological change during the neuronal differentiation. Luciferase assay was utilized for analyzing the transcriptional regulation of neurofilaments and cAMP/CREB-mediated gene. Western blot assay was conducted to demonstrate the expressions of neurofilaments and phosphorylated proteins.RESULTS: The application of SBF induced neuronal cell differentiation, and this differentiating activation was blocked by the inhibitors of PI3K/Akt and ERK pathways. Additionally, SBF showed synergy with neurotrophic factors in stimulating the neurite outgrowth of cultured neurons. Moreover, the major flavonoids within SBF, i.e., isorhamnetin, quercetin and kaempferol, could account for the neurotrophic activities of SBF.CONCLUSION: Seabuckthorn flavonoids mimicked neurotrophic functions in inducing neuronal cell differentiation via activating PI3K/Akt and ERK pathways. The results suggest the beneficial functions of Seabuckthorn as a potential health food supplement in treating various brain disorders, e.g., neurodegenerative diseases.
10:00
Robots for Elders: A Trojan Horse? "IndyWatch Feed Health"
This story is about a new market grab and a new brand of hype. Let us take a good look at the shiny marketing brochure for "eldercare technology." It seems like the important investors, perched high, are very excited about the opportunity to squeeze more profits out of the demographic and health crises that they have previously created with their own hands and to "monetize" the elders like captured pets, while pretending that they are doing it for the elders own good.
Ehm, who are our house experts on monetizing manufactured woes? The WEF folks! In 2021, they inquired: "Ageing: Looming crisis or booming opportunity?" Seemingly, the decline in health and fertility rates is a looming crisis for us, lowly peasants but it sure is a booming opportunity for their crew!
The proverbial owners of everything are saying that "by 2050, the number of adults over the age of 65 globally will double, reaching a staggering 1.6 billion, with the largest growth in the developing world. This growth will be one of the greatest social, economic, and political transformations of our time, that will impact existing healthcare, government and social systems." (Yay, new normal, hooray!) They continue:
"We can begin to make investments in our support systems (enabled and scaled by technology) that encompass a coordinated response from governments, society, academia, and the private sector.
To truly bring the holistic services needed to market, device makers, developers, enterprises such as retirement homes and insurance companies, civil society, policy-makers, and academia should come together to develop a unified platform that includes Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence [emphasis mine]."
Sure, when one has a hammer, everything is a nail! Meanwhile, the WEF story lists the following areas of eldercare technology:
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Tablets for communication and entertainment |
"Smart" platforms that integrate electronic medical records (EMRs) and electronic health records with AI and analytics (yay!!) |
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Wearables |
Voice, touch, motion, and other assistive technologies |
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Connected IoT devices and sensors |
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Wednesday, 12 July
12:08
Gel Nail Polish During Pregnancy| Is it Safe? Fiona Peacock BellyBelly
If you dont feel fully dressed without your nails done, youre probably keen to know whether gel nail polish is safe during pregnancy. When your nails are essential to your personal style, the idea of nine months without polish can be horrifying.
Whether you wear your nails short and colourful or long and sparkly, youll want to know whether you need to change your nail care routine during pregnancy. If your nails make you feel like yourself, you might be keen to keep your traditions going and enjoy some self-care time during pregnancy.
Lets delve into the topic of gel nail polish during pregnancy, exploring the potential risks and safety considerations to help you make informed decisions about your nail care during this special time.
Nail care and gel nail polish during pregnancy
Pregnancy hormones can make your nails grow faster, so you might need to spend more time caring for them. Many women report stronger nails during pregnancy, with healthy nails being one of the perks of growing a new human being. Unfortunately, however, not everybody enjoys this symptom, and some pregnant women experience the opposite: weak, brittle nails during pregnancy.
During pregnancy, there is an increased risk of infection, which also applies to fungal and bacterial infections around the nail area. Its important to pay close attention to your nails and report any problems to your healthcare provider. Make sure you keep your nails clean to reduce the risk of infection.
Manicures and pedicures during pregnancy
Manicures and pedicures are generally considered safe during pregnancy. Nail polishes and artificial nails contain chemical compounds, and little research has been done into the safety of these products during pregnancy. However, your exposure to these chemicals through nail varnish is low, so its unlikely to cause problems for you and your baby.
If you have concerns, speak to your nail technician to learn more about the types of nail varnish on offer. Some might be better than others, so its worth doing your homework.
Can I have gel nail polish during pregnancy?
It is considered generally safe to have gel manicures during pregnancy, as long as youre careful when applying and removing your gel nails.
Gel nails are usually set by an ultraviolet (UV) lamp. UV light-cured gel nails contain methacrylate monomers; most are considered safe during pregnancy. If, however, the gel gets on your skin before its cured, it can cause an allergic reaction and contact dermatitis. Your skin is more sensitive during pregnancy, so its essential to be aware of the risks.
Some nail systems bond gel nails by brushing or spraying a chemical activator on top of the gel. This system relies on glue which can al...
11:43
7 Best Prenatal Vitamins in 2019 Fiona Peacock BellyBelly
Before you part with your cash, you probably want to know which are the best prenatal vitamins in 2019. This is one of the first decisions you will make about your prenatal health, so its understandable that you want to get it right. You want to give your baby the best start possible, and taking care of your health during pregnancy is the best way to go about that. Were here to help answer the question of what are the best prenatal vitamins in 2019 to take?
There are lots of different bottles and packets on the chemist shelves, all claiming to be the right one for you and your baby. How do you know which prenatal vitamin is best? Do they all do pretty much the same thing or are there variations between brands? Perhaps most importantly, which ones will your sensitive tummy be able to cope with now that youre battling pregnancy nausea?
Do I need prenatal vitamins?
Yes, you need to take prenatal vitamins for pregnancy to ensure you are getting all of the nutrients you and your baby need. While you may be able to get lots of vitamins and minerals by eating a healthy, balanced diet, its always wise to take a prenatal vitamin to be on the safe side. Even a healthy diet can lack nutrients. Taking the best prenatal vitamins means you can rest assured that youre getting everything you need, even when pregnancy nausea is restricting your diet.
How are prenatal vitamins different from other vitamins?
Prenatal vitamins differ from other vitamins because they are specifically designed to meet the needs of a pregnant woman. Your body is growing a human being from scratch and it needs a specific set of nutrients for that. Prenatal vitamins contain high amounts of folic acid which help to prevent neural tube defects. Many top-rated prenatal vitamins also contain iron which you need higher amounts of during pregnancy.
7 Best Prenatal Vitamins in 2019
What are the best prenatal vitamins? Here are the best prenatal vitamins in 2019 on the market today. Read on to find out which pregnancy vitamins made it onto the list and what we love about them:
Prenatal Vitamins in 2019 #1: Rainbow Light Prenatal Petite Mini-Tab Multivitamin
The Rainbow Light Prenatal Petite Mini-Tab Multivitamin is a compact vitamin so its ideal for people who struggle to swallow big prenatal pills. These are small prenatal vitamins so theyre easy to swallow. They are food-based multivitamin filled with vitamins, minerals, food and herbs. These pregnancy vitamins are suitable for vegetarians.
A daily serving of these small prenatal vitamins contains 600 mcg of folic acid to promote babys brain and spinal development, as well as a whole host of other vitamins and minerals. Rainbow Light Prenatal Petite Mini-Tab Multivitamins also contain probiotics to enhance digestion during pregnancy.
Rather than taking one big pill, you will need to take three tabs a day. While you could take these all at once, many...
Tuesday, 11 July
17:00
Best Workplaces for Innovators 2023: Health and wellness "IndyWatch Feed World"
Carrot Fertility earns top recognition in the health and wellness category of Fast Companys Best Workplaces for Innovators 2023.
Here are the eight companies that stood out to Fast Companys category judges.
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10:00
WiFried Is Wireless Technology Dooming a Generation? "IndyWatch Feed Health"
Editor's Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published March 31, 2018.
Most people today live in a sea of radiofrequencies (RF), emitted from wireless technologies of all kinds, from routers to smartphones, tablets, baby monitors, TVs, appliances, smart meters and more. In the featured ABC program "Wi-Fried," originally aired in 2016, Maryanne Demasi, Ph.D., investigates the alleged safety of mobile devices.
According to many experts, chronic, heavy exposure could be having severe repercussions for our health, especially that of children, who are now being exposed even before birth.
As noted by Devra Davis, Ph.D., an epidemiologist and author of the book, "Disconnect: The Truth About Cell Phone Radiation," children have never before been exposed to this level of pulsed radiation, and it's still too early to determine the exact extent of the harm. Still, mounting evidence suggests harm is indeed occurring, so it would be foolish to wait until we're in the midst of a global catastrophe.
External Interference Can Disrupt Natural Bioelectric Signals
While a number of different devices contribute to the overall radiation burden, those kept closest to your body on a regular basis, such as your cellphone, are of greatest concern. Worldwide, there are more than 6 billion cellphone subscriptions. In other words, we're rapidly nearing total saturation, where every single person on the planet has one of these devices.
Many of these mobile phones are smartphones, with apps that frequently receive and transmit pulsed electromagnetic signals. The human body also has natural electromagnetic fields (EMFs), as many of your bodily processes involves the transmission of electric signals, and as noted by Demasi, "External interference can disrupt those signals."
In a 2016 article, Jerry Phillips, Ph.D., a biochemist and director of the Excel Science Center at the University of Colorado, explained how living cells react to RF radiation:1
"The signal couples with cells, although nobody really knows what the nature of that coupling is. Some effects of that reaction can be things like movement of calcium across membranes, the production of free radicals or a change in the expression of genes in the cell.
Suddenly important proteins are being expressed at times and places and in amounts that they shouldn't be, and that has a dramatic effect on the function of the cells. And some of these changes are consistent with what's seen when cells undergo
When you consider t...