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Neutrophils: What Highs and Lows Mean in Pregnancy

WEBSegmented neutrophils are mature blood cells. The primary job of neutrophils is to identify microbial infections, trap, neutralize, and kill them through …

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SARAH THOMPSON FUNCTIONAL MATERNITY

WEBSpecialized care in Maternity Functional Medicine gives more advanced knowledge and skill in the support and treatment of pregnant women and could be the key to reducing our …

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Eosinophils: What Highs and Lows Mean in Pregnancy

WEBEosinophils compose 1% to 3% of all white blood cells in the human body. Eosinophils help control inflammation and allergic reactions. They attack and destroy …

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Hematocrit: What Highs and Lows Mean in Pregnancy

WEBThe hematocrit is often used with the hemoglobin test to assess for anemia in pregnancy. But, what does it mean if hematocrit is high? Is a low hematocrit always …

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Vitamin A, Liver and Pregnancy

WEBVitamin A comes in 2 dietary forms: Provitamin A carotenoids (beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin) and preformed vitamin A retinoids (retinol, …

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Epigenetic Effects on Pregnancy

WEBEpigenetics is defined as modifications in DNA that occur without changing its sequencing, but results in altered gene expression and function. There are multiple …

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Monocytes: What Highs and Lows Mean in Pregnancy

WEBMonocytes are a type of white blood cell that play a crucial role in the immune system's defense mechanisms. During pregnancy, significant changes occur in …

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Alpha-Lipoic Acid in the Treatment of Subchorionic Hematoma

WEBGetting to Know Alpha-Lipoic Acid. ALA is an organosulfur, fatty acid compound that is synthesized by the mitochondria in the cells. This synthesis is …

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Lymphocytes: What Highs and Lows Mean in Pregnancy

WEBLymphocytopenia is a normal presentation in pregnancy. Levels that are excessively low, or below normal ranges can increase the risk of infections in …

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Choline in Pregnancy

WEBThe current AI for choline in pregnancy is 450 mg/day. In 2017 the American Medical Association (AMA) announced their support of increasing prenatal supplements …

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Evening Primrose Oil

WEBEvening Primrose, Oenothera biennis, is a plant native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It produces beautiful yellow flowers that bloom in the evening, hence …

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The Right Prenatal Vitamin

WEBThis is a time of anabolic nutrient absorption and storage that will quickly change in the third trimester. Key nutrients to consider in a prenatal vitamin are Beta …

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Functional Maternity Ebooks

WEBThis is a patient's guide to preconception nutrition and fertility success. Your nutritional status prior to pregnancy will set you and your baby up for either success or failure …

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Immature Granulocytes: What Highs and Lows Mean in Pregnancy

WEBGranulocytes are white blood cells with granules in the them. This includes neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils. Assessing the immature granulocytes can be a vital …

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Your Guide to Treating Candida in Pregnancy

WEBYeast infections during pregnancy are much more common than you would think. The severity and location of symptoms can vary significantly dependent on the woman's …

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