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I Can’t Stop Eating Clay But I Don’t Know Why!

“Everyone keeps telling me to stop eating nzu… but nobody can explain why I crave it so much.” Sound familiar? Craving clay (nzu) during pregnancy is surprisingly common. Sometimes it’s linked to iron deficiency, but not always. And while many … Continue reading

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Why Don’t I Feel Like Eating?!

One of the biggest surprises of early pregnancy is this… You’ve waited to become pregnant… And now you don’t even want to look at food. Every smell makes you feel sick. Brushing your teeth makes you retch. Foods you once … Continue reading

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Why Are You Always Hungry Even After Eating?

Ever wondered why one meal keeps you full for hours…while another leaves you raiding the fridge an hour later? The answer is science. And once you understand this one concept, making healthier food choices becomes much easier. Every family should … Continue reading

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Doctor…My Chest Feels Like It’s Burning. Is Something Wrong With My Baby?

It’s one of the commonest worries during pregnancy. The good news? Heartburn has nothing to do with your heart, and in many cases it’s a normal part of pregnancy. Here’s why it happens, what triggers it, and what you can … Continue reading

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Doctor…Ever Since I Got Pregnant, I Can Hardly Pass Stool.

If you’re pregnant and experiencing constipation, you’re certainly not alone. In fact, it’s one of the commonest complaints during pregnancy, and no, it doesn’t necessarily mean something is wrong. Blame your pregnancy hormones. 😃 They’re doing an important job: helping … Continue reading

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The Doctor Said, ‘Your Baby’s Blood Sugar Is Dangerously Low.’

Every parent’s heart would skip a beat. But what does that really mean? How serious is it? And what can be done? If you’ve ever welcomed a new baby or know someone who has this is one post worth reading. … Continue reading

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Doctor, Tell Me The Exact Food That Will Lower My Blood Sugar.

If only it were that simple… One of the biggest myths about diabetes is that there’s a single “superfood” that can bring your blood sugar back to normal. There isn’t. Blood sugar control isn’t about one magical food – it’s … Continue reading

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Doctor, Anytime I Eat Beans, My Stomach Starts A Protest!

Q: Hello my great doc! I know that beans is good for the body but I’m scared eating of beans because anytime I eat beans my belly troubles me for 3 days. I do go to toilet just to gas … Continue reading

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Not Everything Called ‘Detox’ Is Science

Every day, people are sold “cleanses” their bodies don’t even need… 😐 Today is World Health Day, led by the World Health OrganizationTheme: Together for health. Stand with science. And one way we stand with science?By saying NO to health … Continue reading

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What Can You Do When Everything Suddenly Starts To Smell Bad In Pregnancy?

Pregnancy can do strange things to the body. Suddenly foods you once loved smell terrible…Sometimes even water becomes difficult to drink. One expectant mother asked: I am 15 weeks pregnant, every food smells bad to me, and I do not … Continue reading

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