Simply Functional Nutrition with Katy
Hi, my name is Katy - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. I love talking about all things food, family and wellness. There is seemingly ever-changing nutrition information constantly being thrown at us. From fad diets, to quick fixes – I am here to sort all of that out for you. Each week we will be diving in to popular topics – from fertility, to weight loss, even food freedom. You can find it all here. I have made it my work’s mission to educate and empower others towards food freedom. This is the Simply Functional Nutrition Podcast, with Katy. Connect with me:IG: @simplyspencer_Website: www.SimplySpencer.com
Simply Functional Nutrition with Katy
Pregnancy and Preconception Nutrition, Pt. 1
This week, we are talking nutrition prior to conception, and nutrition in early pregnancy. In working with nutrition clients, there are some frequently asked questions that come up time and again. And in today's episode, that's what we will talking on! There is SO much to cover in the world of nutrition during pregnancy, that this topic deserves a number of episodes. So get comfy and tune in for part 1 of nutrition during pregnancy and preconception.
In this episode, you will hear:
Welcome into where we will be starting when it comes to preconception and pregnancy nutrition (0:55).
First we jump in to ways to boost nutrition prior to conception, for both men and women (2:35).
The big question of prenatal nutrition - things you AND your partner can do to improve egg and sperm quality, and prepare your body for a healthy pregnancy (4:35)! We cover vitamin D (10:37), the active forms of B vitamins (12:56), and should you purchase a vitamin with only one tablet (14:09)?
And if you are like the majority of women, you might struggle with nausea and fatigue. There are some nutritional recommendations that can help support health of you and baby while fighting off the nausea (15:59).
Closing remarks (22:40).
Connect further with Katy at:
IG: @simplyspencer_
Website: www.SimplySpencer.com