Pregnant

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is among the most commonly consumed spice or herb in the world. A bioactive compound named gingerol in 'the mighty ginger' has remarkable and evidence-based therapeutic properties against a range of health conditions such as diabetes, colds, stomach ...

Pregnancy is a time when your body undergoes many changes and these changes can cause physical discomfort and stress. Feeling stressed and anxious during pregnancy is common; however, high levels of stress can lead to pregnancy complications [1]. When you are ...

Maternal nutrition during pregnancy is very important, especially the intake of key nutrients like proteins. This vital nutrient is an important factor in embryonic survival and its growth and development. Deficiency of protein during gestation can result in miscarriage, ...

Pregnancy dreams are referred to dreams (both pleasant and unpleasant) that come when women are pregnant. They can be worrisome as the frequency of dreams increase with the increase in gestational age, especially negatively toned dreams. Dreams during pregnancy ...

Pregnancy can be quite a life-transforming experience for a woman, especially if it is her first pregnancy. From being handed down unsolicited advice to being told to be extra cautious of diet, there is a lot that a woman has to ...

Oral thrush is a common name for oral candidiasis which is an infection of the mouth by a fungus known as Candida albicans. Oral thrush can be transmitted through breastfeeding or by kissing.1 Generally, the fungus Candida albicans is present in ...