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Pregnant? You're not just eating for 2...You're actually eating for 3!

Published 9 months ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader,

Did you know you’re not just eating for two when you're pregnant… you're actually eating for three?

👶 You, your baby, and your gut microbiome.

I recently had the honor of speaking with the National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP) about the power of nutrition during and after pregnancy and how the choices we make before conception, during pregnancy, and in early infancy can shape a child’s health into adulthood.

We talked about things every woman deserves to hear:

  • Why it’s not just about more calories, rather it’s about the quality of those calories
  • The importance of omega-3s and avoiding inflammatory omega-6 oils
  • How choline supports spinal cord and brain development
  • The role of fiber (29g+ daily!) in creating a strong microbiome
  • The first foods to feed your baby to support their gut microbiome and long term health
  • How your gut health directly influences your baby’s immune and digestive system

This is such an important conversation and one that isn’t being talked about enough in conventional settings. If you’re pregnant, planning to be, or simply love learning about the powerful link between food and function, this episode is for you.

🎧 Click here to listen to the episode or 📺 click here to watch the YouTube version.

And if you know a mama or mama-to-be who would benefit from this, feel free to forward it along 💛

Warmly,

Food With Thought

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