Pregnancy

Babies Taste Veggies in the Womb

It’s well known that babies are not a lover of vegetables. Researchers have long wondered why this is, surmising that it could be due to the somewhat bitter taste of many vegetables. Maybe it’s because the parent doesn’t like vegetables … Continue reading

Celiac Disease Linked to Early Menopause

Gluten is in the news again. Recent reports are showing that women who are undiagnosed or untreated for celiac disease may hit menopause early. Celiac disease affects the immune system. For those who suffer from the disease, when the protein … Continue reading

Doctors Turning Away Obese Pregnant Women

According to the Sun Sentinel in South Florida, 15 obstetrics-gynecology practices out of 105 that the newspaper polled make it a practice to turn away pregnant patients who exceed a predetermined weight limit. As disturbing as this may sound, doing … Continue reading