BIO-NUTRITIONAL FOOTHOLD for PREGNANCY AND BREASTFEEDING
PregnancyPoly-unsaturated fatty acids
Intake of essential poly-unsaturated fatty acids in bio-disposable and biologically active forms is of paramount importance not only for the expectant mother’s tissues but mainly for the developing foetus. The richest source of these fatty acids, collectively referred to as omega-3 (DHA and EPA) is fish (primarily fish living in the wild, in cold seas). They are indispensable mainly for development of the brain and the eye retina. Therefore we recommend that expectant mothers eat fish at least twice a week, and when preparing salads or vegetables make use on a regular basis of virgin oil (colza or olive) obtained from first cold pressing (=source of “omega-6” acids) From the 3rd to the 6th month of pregnancy we also recommend taking SYNERBIOL (3 times a day 1 capsule during meals) prepared from wild salmonoid fish and enriched by borage oil obtained from first cold pressing. Women who are unable to swallow fish should in the same period take also ERGY 3 (2 times a day 1 capsule during meals) prepared from seawater fish rich in cervonic acid (DHA) whereas women who can eat fish with no problem do not have to take it.
Anemia, decline in erythrocytes
Prevention of anemia requires daily intake of fresh vegetables and fruit - the source of vital vitamins and minerals, most importantly copper which is crucial for ferrum absorption. Women prone to anemia should go through one or more month-long courses of treatment during their pregnancy (each taken after a month pause after the preceding one) while taking bio-disposable ferrum-enriched SUPRAMINERAL (2 times a day dissolve the contents of one cap in a half-full glass of water and drink up). It is important to realize that in the process of absorption of minerals, ferrum competes for binding spots with calcium. Therefore it is recommended during each of the monthly courses to restrict the intake of dairy products
Fatigue, the final weeks of pregnancy, and the zinc supply
The level of zinc in female organism keeps falling as the pregnancy proceeds, and therefore it is especially important to ensure its sufficient external supply. In case of fatigue during pregnancy it is recommended to take BIOCEBE (3 times a day 1 capsule during meals) which is enriched by zinc and citroflavonoids and should be administered in the form of a month-long course of treatment. Systematic use of BIOCEBE is then recommended during the final two months of pregnancy at which time the sufficient level of zinc (as well as magnesium!) is a vital prerequisite for trouble-free childbirth (lack of these minerals is linked to extended labor, increased bleeding and insufficient uterine contractions). Excellent combination during the last two months before childbirth is BIOCEBE and ERGYMAG (3 times a day 1 capsule of each during meals).
Atopic dermatitis and nutriprevention
A whole number of scientific studies have proven the significance of lactobacilli (primarily of lactobacillus rhamnosus) in the prevention of atopic dermatitis in newborns, primarily if one or both parents are atopic patients. Therefore, expectant mothers should in the last month of pregnancy take ERGYPHILUS (3 times a day 1 capsule at the start of the meal) Specific therapy for the three trimesters of pregnancy The first trimester (first three months of pregnancy)
- Frequent problem in this period is pregnancy vomiting (hyperemesis gravidarum) which is linked to the expectant mother’s liver overload, low level of sugar in blood (hypoglycaemia) or lack of vitamin B6, ferrum or magnesium
- Combination of nutritherapy and homeopathy provides surprisingly reliable remedies
- Dietary recommendation: eat frequently and in small amounts
- The key remedy for this period is ERGYMAG (3 times a day 1 capsule during meals), thanks to its ability to eliminate hyperacidity (calcium, magnesium) and the contents of important B vitamins (B3, B5, B6). It is worth noting that during pregnancy the level of magnesium falls in the first trimester in particular.
- In this period expectant mothers frequently suffer from constipation, caused by combination of multiple factors (size of the foetus and its mechanical pressure upon the intestines, overloaded liver functions, emotional effects etc.)
- Dietary recommendations: have enough drink (a minimum of 1.5 liters of liquids per day, of which 1 glass of tepid water should be taken after waking up). It is appropriate to complement the daily routine with a moderate measure of physical activity (fast walk, swimming and special exercise for the pregnant)
- The key remedies in this period are those supporting the intestinal functions without irritating the intestines: ERGYPHILUS (3 times a day 1 capsule at the start of the meal) and BIOFIBRAL (ENTEZYM, ERGYPROTECT) - 2 teaspoons of the powder to be dissolved in a half-full glass of water or fruit juice and taken twice a day, in the morning and in the evening
- Stria (linear dermal scars /stretch marks/ in the skin on abdomen) is best prevented by regular local application (by way of massaging into the skin) of natural oil from eglantine rose, borage oil, and ethereal oils from blossom and fruitage of orange tree: DERMOPHYTUM, typical representative of what is known as orthomolecular cosmetics.
- In this period, expectant mothers most frequently complain of sleeping disorders. We can offer a phytopharmaceutical remedy by the name of ERGYCALM (1 measuring cap to be dissolved in a glass of water half-full and taken approximately 1 hour before sleep). We also recommend special relaxing massages for the pregnant (foot sole, plexus solaris, etc) and very light meals in the evening (no meat, preferably vegetable proteins and fish)
- In some women this period brings about deterioration of mycosis (gynaecological infection caused by parasitic fungi) or bladder inflammation resulting from hyperacidity of organism which must be tackled by changing the diet (elimination of meat and smoked products, fast sugar and sweets, restricted intake of cow milk and cow-milk products, whilst increasing the intake of vegetables, suitable fruit /such as bananas/ and other “alkalinizing” nutriments /walnuts, legume etc./) supported by taking ERGYMAG (3 times a day 1 capsule during meals). When the mycosis occurs, it is in most cases necessary to restructure the intestinal biota and thus boost the immunity reactions by taking ERGYPHILUS (3 times a day 1 capsule at the start of the meal)
- Finally, another trouble that may be encountered are venous circulation problems whose most common clinical manifestation is swelling of legs. Besides appropriate physiotherapeutic procedures we can recommend a phytopharmaceutical remedy ERGYVEINE (contents of one cap to be dissolved in a glass of water half-full and taken twice a day)
Poly-unsaturated fatty acids In this period, too, the intake of essential poly-unsaturated acids is of fundamental significance, and the key role is again played by SYNERBIOL (3 times a day 1 capsule during meals) Women who are unable to swallow fish should in the same period take also ERGY 3 (2 times a day 1 capsule during meals) prepared from seawater fish rich in cervonic acid (DHA).Mood disorders and emotional instability
Normalization of hormone levels may in some women lead to significant mood disorders with undertones of depression, weeping tendency, even loss of interest in the child. In addition to excellent results that can be achieved by using appropriate homeopathic remedies and systematic taking of poly-unsaturated fatty acids (see above) we should not neglect bio-disposable minerals and trace elements. Combination of the following three remedies has been proven in practice as effective: SUPRAMINERAL (contents of one cap to be dissolved in a glass of water half-full and taken once a day, for instance in the morning), ERGYBIOL (contents of one cap to be dissolved in a glass of water half-full and taken once a day, for instance in the evening), BIOCEBE, rich in vitamin B6 (3 times a day 1 capsule during meals). Neither should we forget about the key role played by vitamin B6 in pathogenesis of mood disorders after childbirth. Hair loss
This condition is reliably tackled by HOLISTICAP (3 times a day 1 capsule during meals) ... AND ANYTHING FOR THE INFANTS?Poly-unsaturated fatty acids
Here, too, the poly-unsaturated fatty acids play a key role. A well-proven remedy is BIOLEINE containing ultra-pure godetia oil. Contents of one capsule is to be blended into meals and taken 1 to 2 times a day, over long term. Eczema
Besides poly-unsaturated fatty acids it is recommended to use DERMOPHYTUM by way of local application (massaging into the skin) and again we should not forget about excellent auxiliary effect of homeopathic remedies whose absolute harmlessness is a well known fact.
Miloš Rýc M.D
Center for Nutritherapy and Nutriprevention
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