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Jan072018

NPR - Coping With Cravings, And Other Tips On Eating While Pregnant

In her book "What to Eat When You're Pregnant" Dr. Nicole Avena guides women through the stages of pregnancy with suggestions for nutritious foods that support the baby's development.

In this interview, Dr Avena discusses the principles with NPR's Nicole Beemsterboer.

Eating healthy in this day and age is a challenge. And the pressure is on if you're a pregnant woman given that you're eating for two. But the nausea, exhaustion and mix of unpredictable hormones – not to mention the anxiety of preparing to go through labor and becoming a parent – make balanced nutrition pretty daunting.

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