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⭐DO WE NEED TO SUPPLEMENT IRON ON A PLANT BASED

⭐DO WE NEED TO SUPPLEMENT IRON ON A PLANT BASED PREGNANCY? ⭐⁠
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Despite the immense importance of iron especially on a vegan diet – not many people are meeting their daily iron requirements.⁠
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The reason we need additional iron during pregnancy is to create extra haemoglobin. ⁠
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This helps move the oxygen from the mother’s lungs both through the body of the mother and the body of the baby. ⁠
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Just as with non-pregnant people, if too little iron is consumed, iron deficiency anaemia can occur. This can cause the baby to grow at a slower rate than normal causing them to be too small and it can lead to premature birth.⁠
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Some women choose to take iron supplements throughout pregnancy which is typically dosed at 30mg to cover the iron needs daily. Due to following a plant based diet I would certainly advocate for discussing your levels with your doctor or midwife who will be able to carry a blood test to determine if you’re deficient. ⁠
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Not all women need to supplement with iron, BUT because iron found in plant based foods isn’t absorbed as easily as that found in animal products, women who do not include meat in their diet need to make sure they include a full range of green leafy vegetables, beans, lentils, seeds and iron rich fortified cereals. ⁠
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Beetroot is loaded with iron, minerals and vitamins and contains vitamin C which will also help your body absorb iron even better. This smoothie is a winning combo for boosting your iron levels - kick start the day with this each morning. ⁠
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How amazing is the miracle of a Mothers Love 💕

How amazing is the miracle of a Mothers Love 💕 ⠀⠀

In a heartbeat you’d lay down your life to protect your child.

How long have you got until you meet the love of your life?
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Did you know that chia means strength in the Mayan

Did you know that chia means strength in the Mayan language and Aztec warriors actually use to eat them for energy and endurance 😯
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If there’s ever a time we need endurance and energy it’s during pregnancy right❓

These tiny seeds are super rich in fibre and slow the conversion of carbs to sugar right down providing us with a nice slow release of energy, stabilising our blood sugars and helping to avoid the highs and lows. 😁
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It’s not just fibre either, Chia seeds are loaded with calcium and protein too. In fact if you don’t get on with dairy and you’re wondering where to get your calcium from, look 👀 no further. About 3 tbsp of Chia Seeds contain roughly the same amount of calcium you’ll find in a glass of milk 🥛 🤩

This is My FAVE CHIA PUDDING RECIPE and one that is so simple to prep the night before 👇👇
💯 % Natural and no refined Sugars either! ⠀⠀
Serves 2
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5 oz strawberries 🍓 & blueberries 🫐 frozen is perfect, let them thaw over night snd blend up with a little maple syrup to sweeten 😋
1 cup milk 🥛 vegan alternative almond, oat milk or soy.
1/2 cup natural yogurt
4 tbsp chia seeds
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1️⃣Divide chia seeds into two small glasses ⠀⠀
2️⃣ cover with the yogurt and top with milk. Give a good stir ⠀⠀
3️⃣Place in fridge for four hours or over night
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4️⃣When ready to eat top with berries and dig in. 😋
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