Pregnancy

In this article, we take a closer look at some of the nutrients that may be affected by oestrogen-containing medications such as the contraceptive pill or HRT and what you can do about this

Taking steps to optimise health during the preconception period is vitally important for both men and women. Here's our pick of the 5 best lifestyle steps you can take.

We take a closer look at the impact of oral contraceptives on folate status and the possible wider health implications of this.

Established nutritionist Amanda Hamilton explains how by making the right choices, mothers can make a significant different to their children’s long-term health.

There's been plenty of news headlines about research claiming that taking pregnancy multivitamins is a waste of time. But you need to know these facts...

A new study has found that taking a prenatal multivitamin every day during pregnancy may reduce the risk of losing the baby by 55%, compared to not taking a multivitamin.

A nutritionist’s guide to reducing extreme tiredness and increasing energy during pregnancy, including balancing blood sugar & avoiding energy drainers.

Most women will receive a prescription for folic acid supplements when their pregnancy is confirmed by their GP. However, this might be too late...

The most recent research shows that to get most benefit from folic acid supplementation it is best started as soon as possible, even before conception.

New research carried out in 240,954 pregnant women has found that taking folic acid supplements post conception may be too late...

We look into a review by Lumley & colleagues...