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A wonderful article by our Nutrition Ambassador, Dr Sophie Langham. Check out her page for more posts
Research shows that increasing the intake of nutrients like vitamin B6, magnesium and calcium as well as fibre; and lowering the intake of high carbohydrate and high sugar foods (sorry! ) can have a positive effect on the balance of hormones and therefore the mood of women before and during their period. They are packed with vitamin B6, magnesium and calcium as well as providing valuable fibre which helps your body break down and eliminate excess hormones. They contain B6, magnesium, protein and fibre to balance your mood and hormones. They’re little protein powerhouses and contain vitamin B6, magnesium and calcium as well as plenty of fibre to keep your hormones and mood in check.
If you enjoy exercising when you’re away to stay energised and vibrant, the struggle can be finding your fitness groove when you’re travelling. Another reason to go early could be fitting a dedicated slice of your time before you devote the rest of the day to family time. No matter how good the place you’re staying, hotel gyms don’t have a good rep for providing inspiring environments. And a mini stability ball to make sure those core muscles travel with you (you can inflate it when you arrive).
You will find that nettles are high in Vitamin K, which is important for blood clotting, which is especially useful with post-partum bleeding. The minerals and vitamins found within Nettles provide excellent support in restoring and rebuilding energy levels following childbirth. Eating various healthy fats such as avocados, flaxseed, flax oil, chia seed, olive oil, coconut oil, and nuts assist in absorbing the nutrients needed for sustained energy as well as postpartum healing. Fatty acids also help build cells, regulate the nervous system, build immunity, strengthen the cardiovascular system, and help your baby absorb other important nutrients.