Is sushi safe for pregnant woman?
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i wouldnt worry about mercury content unless she is eating a lot of albacore tuna, usually more than 3 times a week.  what you should worry about is sashimi.  there is a condition called anisakiasis which is caused by eating undercooked/raw fish and crustaceans.  she can become very ill from this infection, but humans are not the true host for these worms, so it will usually cause severe abdominal cramping and the like.  it is dangerous for a pregnant woman because the worms have to be removed by surgery.  there are other types of worms and disease that can be contracted from eating undercooked seafood, so your best bet is to stay away.  if you eat at a reputable restaurant, there shouldnt be any worry, but you never know.
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According to the latest recommendations by the FDA, pregnant women can safely eat up to 12 ounces of a variety of fish a week. Canned tuna is one of the most commonly consumed types of fish with low mercury levels according to the FDA. Pregnant and nursing women can safely consume albacore as one of their fish choices. The new advisory tells pregnant women they can safely eat up to six ounces of albacore a week (an average sandwich contains 2 ounces).
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You don't need to worry about your child not being able to handle non-organic food once he/she is born. When in the womb, the baby is "fed" through the umbilical cord. Of course it matters what the mother eats...but going organic is probably the best thing she could do! Non-organic foods wouldn't harm the baby at all (since they don't harm her), but eating only organic will not make the baby less tolerant to non-organic food. By eating organic foods, you are giving your baby the best predisposition to a healthy life. He/she is not introducted to any synthetic chemicals or anything like that...how could that not be the best way to start life? Once the baby is ready to eat solid food, its immune system will be able to handle non-organic food just like anybody elses. Your baby might actually be less allergic to certain foods because it gets the real product right from the start, instead of something chemically altered. I am convinced that sticking to organic food is a very smart choice for any mother. You were totally right with that train of thought.
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im in exactly the same position, 12 weeks pregnant, and snacking on crap. I spend ages trying to think of something a fancy for dinner and end up having a sandwich, because everything makes me feel ill. I hate fruit and veg but i try get my 5 portions a day by drinking 100% fruit juice (pineapple) and forcing an apple or 2 down. Ive asked my friends who have had babys and asked whether they ate healthy during pregnancy and they didn't either, and their babies are fine, so try not to worry to much! (although i know its hard)
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Talk to an endocrinologist and your OB.  They would be the best ones to advise you.  If you are taking thyroid medicine, I would continue to do so unless advised to stop.  Thyroid is something your body needs to function properly and should not be dangerous for your unborn baby.
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Well it is protein and depending on what you get it can be lean protein.  It could help you build muscle, but you would have to work out in addition to eating sushi and not eat too much with rice or the fried stuff.  Sushi in the usa is mostly fusion.  It is a mixture of cultures.  I would eat some sushi and some sashimi.  Sashimi is just the fish without the rice.  You need to work out and eating a diet high in lean protein while working out can give  you muscle, but sushi alone does not give you  six pack abs.
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The answer to this question depends on what is causing a loss of libido or sexual energy.\n\nDong Quai is a hormone balancer, most often used in conjuction with Vitex berry. If your problem is peri-menopausal, this might help. (Dong Quai should not be taken during pregnancy.)\n\nSteel Libido has some hormone-affecting herbs like Ashwaganda & Maca but also includes Ginseng & other supplements to give you energy. For some people, the energy boost really makes a difference.\n\nNote that the black pepper & ginger may cause stomach irritation in sensitive individuals.
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Cinnamon tea, an old herbal remedy may help and it does not cost much to try it if you like and can drink cinnamon tea.  Steep 2 � tablespoon cinnamon bark or powder in boiling water for ten minutes.  Strain, add honey to taste and drink � cup three times a day before meals.  You may also buy herbal cinnamon tea bags available at most supermarket.\n\nPregnancy is such an exciting time in life, but for some it is marred by the discomfort of morning sickness or nausea. This is most unpleasant at best and if severe, dehydration can cause multiple problems. None of this is necessary as there is an effective way to relieve the nausea with Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy (Applied pressure to trigger points in a muscle area).\n\nAlthough it has not been proven, the ongoing theory is that hormonal changes trigger spasm in the Pyloric Sphincter (the muscle surrounding the opening that leaves the stomach). Because Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy can relieve muscle spasms of all sorts, it can also relieve the Pyloric Sphincter spasm causing morning sickness, known in the medical field as Hyperemesis Gravidarum. The nausea can start about the 4th week of pregnancy up until the 12th week and for some into the 2nd   trimester.\n\nHowever, I have discovered an easy method to eliminate morning sickness.  During this stage, the trigger points in the Pyloric Sphincter area are very tender, usually painful and just too uncomfortable to put pressure on one self; therefore you will need a friend or your husband to help you. You may feel nauseated right afterwards but do not feel discouraged there will be relief a bit later. You may need to repeat this every 3 hours if the nausea returns. If the trigger points are too tender to repeat every 3 hours, repeat every 6 hours. This way you can at least get some food and fluids down to maintain good nutrition.\n\nIf the nausea is severe, try eating only food, (omitting liquids) at meal times and take your fluids between meals. Milk just brought to the boil and then refrigerated is quite pleasant and a good food source.\n\nLet me explain why it works and how I discovered it. I am a Registered Nurse and have worked many years in the anti-partum unit at a good size hospital in Orange County. This unit treats patients with difficult pregnancies. One of the common problems is dehydration due to severe nausea called Hyperemesis Gravidarum.  Most doctors prescribe intravenous fluids and medication for nausea.  This does not always work and the nausea and vomiting often continues which puts the patient in a starvation situation forcing the treating doctor to order Hyper alimentation fluid.  A complete nutritional fluid given intravenously that costs approximately $500 a bag and is given over a twenty-four hour period.  The patient is still nauseated and vomiting but is fed nutritionally and may need this feeding for 2 to 3 weeks and sometimes more.\n\nNow I found that if I used an easy method of helping the pregnant mom and taught her husband how to help his wife, when she was first admitted and given some intravenous fluid she would go home in a day or two.  However if I was not on duty and and the patient had been started on the Hyper alimentation fluid, my method did not seem effective. The patient would still suffer nausea although she would receive adequate nutrition.\n\nSo if you are pregnant, fear nausea and want to make sure you feel good all the time and not have to go through all this hospital suffering, you may want to print this health tip.  Have your husband help with the procedure even before you experience nausea, just as a preventative measure.\n\nNOTE: This procedure may also bring some very quick relief from gastric problems when they are caused by spasm of the Pyloric Sphincter.\n\nFOLLOW THIS EASY METHOD:\n\nXiphoid Process.gif (7811 bytes)1) Have the mother lie flat on her back with her helper to one side.\n\n2) Start two inches below the Xiphoid Process which is the bottom tip of the S
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I love sushi!! I inevitably end up at Sushi King in KL (Malaysia) every other weekend with my friends.\n\nI love the seaweed, the fish eggs, as well as wasabi!! Such a zinger!\n\n:o)
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Not to diss the previous answer but a day at the spa for a sick (layed in bed) pregnant women is not going to be good and/or comfortable. I'm pregnant now and about to have my baby, but I do remember those first few months where I was sick (although not layed in bed sick) and I felt yucky.\n\nBring her some flowers (make sure they don't smell too much, it might make her even more sick), get her a Valentine's day balloon and a get well soon balloon and a baby balloon.  And get her something she's craving. Bring her those things and then ask her what she wants to eat, when she tells you, go get it and set it up nicely in the bedroom with candles (unscented) and you can have a cute romantic dinner with something she likes and without her having to get out of bed.
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Call her OBGYN.  She might have an increase of yeast infections due to hormonal changes that affect her PH balance.  I hear that eating yogurt is a great way to help prevent future out breaks due to the bacteria in yogurt.  Like previous answers check the boxes.  If she is having chronic outbreaks make sure that she gets checked and even rx some medicine.  Congrats on the baby!!!
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It can be very healthy as long as you supplement your diet with enough calcium, protein and iron etc. from other sources.\nStudies have shown however, that pregnant women who follow a vegan diet are not doing their babies any favors.  Developing babies need a balanced diet and it is absolutely a must that they recieve all they nutrients they need - including those from meat and dairy - to ensure proper brain development.  If you are planning to become pregnant make sure to talk to your doctor to find out how exactly to supplement your diet so that your child will develop properly.
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Hi there...I'm not aware of any dangers but just let it runs its course.  Sometimes women need to be concerned when they get a virus early on, say in the first trimester.  But your baby is probably in a good stage and in good health so I would only do what you should always do with a virus.  Rest, and plenty of liquids.
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Salmon is the best for you I believe - but it needs to be super fresh - so dont go to a sushi place that doesnt have a high turnover for risk of bacteria. The taste is quite easy to handle, try going to a sushi train!
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entirely possible. Check the fish in your sushi carefully. Better still, stick to shrimp & crab sushi as they're cooked
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With any exercise, if you were doing it before you were pregnant, you can continue while you are pregnant, as long as it isn't high impact.  Continuing Yoga would be great for your pregnancy and with giving birth.
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If you are TTC, Glucophage will NOT work for you!!!\n\nI found this: http://www.healthsquare.com/newrx/GLU1188.HTM\n\nIf you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, tell your doctor immediately. Glucophage should not be taken during pregnancy. \n\nSince studies suggest the importance of maintaining normal blood sugar (glucose) levels during pregnancy, your doctor may prescribe insulin injections instead.\n\nIt is not known whether Glucophage appears in human breast milk. Therefore, women should discuss with their doctors whether to discontinue the medication or to stop breastfeeding. If the medication is discontinued and if diet alone does not control glucose levels, then your doctor may consider insulin injections.