Did you know…
The gut is the largest immune organ in your body?
Hence, the balance of good bacteria such as Bifidobacterium sp. and Lactobacillus sp. in the gut is important to develop immunity.
Here, we will be sharing four gut-friendly habits to practice while expecting.
4 Gut-Friendly Habits To Practice While Pregnant:
#1 Eat mindfully:
The saying ‘you are what you eat’ has been around for many years and although we are not literally equivalent to what we eat, our health condition correlates to what we put into our bodies.
It is undeniable that the more nutritious food we eat, the healthier we will be. When your body is fueled by the right nutrients, the results show in your gut health, general health, your skin and your hair.
By fueling yourself with the right types of nutrients, your gut health will be evident. There are no two ways about it.
Eating healthy is the most crucial way to take care of your gut’s health, mummies! You could practice eating a healthy diet of organic, fresh produce, healthy fats, superfoods as well as fermented foods like tempeh (fermented soybean) and kimchi.
Be sure that you wash your cooking ingredients and they are well-cooked through before consuming. Remember mummies, both you and your little one need to be fueled by all things good.
#2 Get Moving:
Soon-to-be-mums, you are more than encouraged to get your muscles moving and maintain a healthy lifestyle even when you’re pregnant. Of course, this is after consulting your doctors.
Should you not be able to exercise as hard-core as other pregnant mummies, please don’t push yourself too much, too soon – everything should be done in moderation and under the supervision of a doctor.
Some of the exercises that you can do after getting your doctor’s approval are pilates, yoga and a minimal cardio workout. Remember to have your water bottle right next to you when attempting any form of exercise.
What are partners and friends for if not to help you through this miraculous journey? Ask for their guidance to make sure you stay safe while moving those muscles, don’t be shy.
All these exercises are beneficial and that includes helping with gut movement, mums! Put on your favourite music and start moving!
#3 Soak up some sunshine:
Who doesn’t like a little bit of heat on their skin, especially after being confined to their bed all day?
On top of supplying us with Vitamin D, the rays of the beautiful sun act as a mood booster too! So, mummies, what are you waiting for? Spread your arms and accept a warm hug from the sun!
It’s interesting how we can’t stand the sight of the blinding sun, but the moment we embrace it, our bodies get the best out of it. Although we’re all about appreciating the sun, don’t forget to apply sunscreen before getting out there.
Besides getting your daily dose of Vitamin D naturally, supplements and Vitamin D fortified foods can also help charge you up with this nutrient.
#4 Go green:
Non-green-friendly beauty products, house cleaners, home appliances and anything you use in your daily lives may not be the healthiest option for you, especially if you’re pregnant.
Ensuring the things you consume on a daily basis are eco-friendly, whether on the outside or inside, will help limit your exposure to toxic, endocrine-disrupting chemicals.
Your gut health could also be affected if you’re exposed to toxic chemicals. As we all know, when a woman is pregnant, their little one’s health is linked directly to the mother’s. Therefore, it is utterly important for mummies to take care of their gut health through getting enough nutrition, exercising, soaking up some sunshine and going green!
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Five Best-Kept Secrets To Maintaining A Healthy Pregnancy, Two Myths Debunked
Secret #1:
Assemble your “crew” – your inner circle of friends and family who will be by your side throughout this wonderful journey. No one expects you to do this on your own, don’t be hesitant to reach out.
Secret #2:
List down all the pre & post pregnancy workouts and discuss with your doctors which are the right ones to perform for each trimester.
Secret #3:
Don’t get overwhelmed by over-reading or over-researching.
Secret #4:
Pamper yourself during and after pregnancy. You deserve it!
Secret #5:
Check your posture.
Myth #1:
You should avoid exercising.
Myth #2:
What you eat will not affect your pregnancy outcome.
By consuming Nestlé® MOM
- Increase Your Maternal Gut bifido bacteria
- Maintain a Good Gut Environment – This will help to reduce constipation
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