Archive for December, 2011

Understanding Premature Birth

Thursday, December 29th, 2011

In the Western world, as many as 1 in 8 deliveries results in a preterm, low birthweight baby. This is one of the biggest health risks a developing baby faces. Although 1 in 8 babies is prema­ture, preterm babies account for 75 per cent of birth-related deaths and 50 per cent of long-term problems due [...]

Merry Christmas!

Saturday, December 24th, 2011

Just wanted to wish all our readers a Merry Christmas! Remember to share your time with your family members in this festive season. We’ll be back with more posts after Christmas.

Vitamin B12 during Pregnancy

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin found in animal sources. No plants are known to consistently contain vitamin B12, with the exception of some blue-green algae. Yeast cultures are rich in vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 supplements made by genetically modi­fied bacterial fermentation are also available. The liver usually has enough vitamin B12 stores to last [...]

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