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Fitness and Nutrition

  • Zeroing in on Childhood Obesity

    The urgency of the childhood obesity problem is forcing researchers to take new and innovative approaches to tackling this issue.

  • Dogs Boost Exercise Rates for Moms-to-Be

    We know exercise during pregnancy has benefits, but might need a boost getting out the door. Man's, or in this case, moms-to-be's best friend comes to the rescue.

  • Obesity Rates Rising -- Almost Half of Americans Obese by 2030

    We've been hearing that Americans are getting fatter for many years. Now there's shocking and definitive proof that obesity is becoming an epidemic.

  • Baby Nutrition Must-Haves

    Babies grow quickly and exponentially. Most babies will double their birth weight by the time they are five to six months old and triple their weight by their first birthday. Find out how to get your growing tyke the essential nutrients he or she needs.

  • Pregnancy.org Members Speak Out: The Importance of Breakfast

    Eating breakfast can improve your mood and your life. Research consistently reminds us of the benefits of a good meal every morning.

  • Toddler Nutrition Must-Haves

    You see "terrific" toddler behavior in the playroom and you see it at the dinner table. Find out how to use toddler 'tude to help your child meet nutritional requirements.

  • Postpartum Nutrition for the New Mom

    If you're pregnant, you could be daydreaming about holding your precious baby for the first time or hopefully fitting back into your favorite jeans. Another topic that you'll want to consider is your body's post pregnancy needs.

  • Top 10 Nutrition Tips for Expectant Moms

    Once you're pregnant, you starting wondering what you should eat to make sure you're getting everything you need. Use our helpful suggestions to fill your body with nutritious food and provide your developing child with bountiful baby-building blocks.

  • Iron Rich Foods for Pregnancy

    A woman's daily iron needs nearly double during pregnancy. How much is just right? Which is the best way to get enough iron -- food sources or supplements?

  • A Snack for Every Season

    Does your family hear the words, "good for you," and clamp their jaws shut? Get their jaws open by snacking on creative and healthy treats!

  • First Baby!

    I have only been married for about three months, and we became pregnant unexpectadly.

  • Nutrition During Your Pregnancy

    It is important that you eat a variety of nutritious foods during your pregnancy to ensure that your body and the baby that is growing inside of you get all the right nutrients, and also to ensure that you control your weight gain. If you choose to eat a variety of nutritious foods, you will be assured of consuming adequate calories and an ideal weight gain.

  • Exercise Can Make Childbirth Faster and Easier

    Want to make your birthing experience faster and easier? Would you just love to avoid an arduous and prolonged second stage of labor?

  • Where 'O, Where Has My Little Waist gone...

    Have you ever noticed how tiny the women's (and men's) waists were in the 1950s and 1960s? Everyone seemed to have teeny, tiny waistlines. But in the new millennium, medical experts are extremely worried about people's ever expanding waistlines.

  • Five Tips to Harness the Power of Body Shape

    by Dr. Marie Savard

  • Which Sweeteners Are Considered Safe During Pregnancy?

    We all have concerns about diet and nutrition during pregnancy. One of these concerns is regarding artificial sweeteners and their use during pregnancy.

  • Running a Marathon?

    QUESTION

    Dear Fitness Expert,
    I have been training for the NYC marathon and have completed two marathon's in the past 10 months. I am not a competitive runner, but enjoy marathon running and finished both marathon's in just under 5 hours. I just found out that I am pregnant and will be 6 weeks pregnant during the upcoming run. Both my primary care and OB/GYN had no objections. Both also advised that I be careful not to dehydrate.

  • Weight Gain During Pregnancy?

    QUESTION

    Dear Nutritionist,
    I am 26 years old and 17 weeks pregnant with my first baby. In the first trimester I lost 9 pounds due to not feeling well and lack of appetite. Since about week 13 my appetite has better, but I have still only gained 2 of the lbs back.

    How quickly should I be gaining and do you suggest any certain foods to help? I have added a boost supplement daily and try to eat a well balanced diet with many snacks in between my meals. My doctor checked my thyroid levels which were normal.

  • What's the Best Diet When Trying to Conceive?

    QUESTION:

    Dear Livitician,
    My husband and I are 32 years old, and we have been trying to conceive for about 6 months. I have recently started to take a hard look at my diet, as problems with diet could be leading to our lack of conception.

    I have read some studies citing the importance of including whole milk in the diet, and how low-fat and skim milks reduce fertility and can even be detrimental to conception. In contrast, I have also read that skim milk is important to include in a pre-conception diet. Which is accurate?