Horse meat scandal: Implications for pregnant and breastfeeding women
Pregnant women are advised to steer clear of processed meats during pregnancy because these refrigerated and ready-to-eat foods are among…
Game shot with lead bullets constitute a health threat for those who consume it
In a recent official statement, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) warned against the regular consumption of lead-shot game, such as…
A cause for global awareness: French sperm counts declining steadily
French men’s bedroom reputation has been quite shaken by the results of one of the largest sperm quality study. The…
Folic acid in pregnancy associated with reduced autism risk
Numerous studies have linked prenatal folic acid with lower risks of giving birth to a baby with neural tube defects…
Consuming fish oil during pregnancy reduces risks of complications
Expecting mothers who take fish oil are less vulnerable to severe pregnancy-related complications like gestational diabetes and pre-eclampsia and are…
Fish and seafood: NOT the primary sources of mercury exposure
If you’re pregnant or trying to conceive, you’ve probably been advised not to eat too much seafood to protect your…