@nourishingapothecary: Everyone talks about folate for pregnancy. But what about choline? When I’m reviewing someone’s prenatal, I check whether it contains choline and how much it actually provides. Choline supports your baby’s developing brain and nervous system. It also helps build cell membranes and works alongside folate in important metabolic pathways. Your needs increase during pregnancy and breastfeeding. But taking a prenatal doesn’t automatically mean you’re getting enough. Some contain no choline, while others provide only a small amount. That’s why I look at your food intake alongside the label. Eggs, particularly the yolks, are a useful source. Meat, fish, dairy, soybeans and other legumes contribute too. If you avoid eggs and animal foods, it deserves a closer look. Being vegetarian or vegan doesn’t automatically increase your requirement, but it can change how you meet it. This doesn’t mean everyone needs another supplement. It means we need to understand what you’re already getting before deciding what to add. If you’d like help reviewing your nutrition and supplements while preparing for pregnancy, going through IVF or during pregnancy, book with me, Mel, at Nourishing Apothecary. Start with a free discovery call, have a chat and go from there. Liverpool, Sydney and Australia wide via Zoom. www.nourishingapothecary.com #Choline #PregnancyNutrition #PrenatalNutrition #PreconceptionCare #NourishingApothecary

Jaime | Naturopath & Homeopath

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