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Q&A with Dr. Nicole Avena
What is your take on lacking animal fats and proteins in your diet and fertility and healthy fetal development?
There are some vitamins (such as vitamin B12) that can only be found in animal products, so for those who are vegan or vegetarian, it is necessary to take a supplement for this nutrient. Omega 3’s like DHA and EPA are also hard to come by in vegetarian diets because they are mostly found in fish. ALA omega 3 fatty acids are abundant in plant-based foods like nuts and flax seeds, but the other types often must be supplemented.
Kombucha while you’re pregnant. I’ve seen pros and cons.
Kombucha contains small amounts of alcohol (but sometimes larger than advertised), so it is better to be safe than sorry and stay away from kombucha when you are pregnant.
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