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Iron DV
Does anyone else struggle with their iron intake?? I was anemic while pregnant and had to take iron pills, but I’ve noticed as much as I try to eat, I hardly ever hit 100% of DV. Ex. I’ve had two eggs, two cups fresh spinach, 1 chicken breast and 1/2 cup fortified granola and I’m not even halfway for the day!? Do you guys…
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Chia Seeds Nutritional Value
This app surprised me when I entered my chia seed into my journal! Preface: I can’t stomach seafood so my diet is short omegas. I try to incorporate chia seeds and flax into my diet. The app pointed out chia seeds are high in fat, carbs, and calories. Aren’t the fats good for your body - including omegas. The carbs are…
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Post Partum
I’m 6 weeks post cesarean and trying to get this baby weight down. My app says I should be consuming 1300 calories a day, but google says breastfeeding requires more like 2200 and up calories a day. Anyone experienced this dilemma before? I’m eating very healthy and making sure to get healthy fats, protein, calcium and…
