Don't Forget the basics

I went to the health food store the other day and was told that I needed to be taking better vitamins and minerals to balance my system out. They reccomended (Udo's 3.6.9 Oil blend pills)

The info below was found at: www.wholesalesupplementstore.com
Udo's 3·6·9 Oil Blend is a special blend of carefully chosen, all-natural, unrefined oils and nutritional co-factors that help meet your daily essential fatty acid requirements. Formulated by renowned author and nutritionist Udo Erasmus, PhD, this blend contains oils from cold-pressed, certified organic flax*, sunflower*, sesame* seeds, evening primrose oil* and the bran of rice and oats*. This oil blend is cold-pressed in a state of the art low heat light and oxygen-free environment. This process has been developed by Flora to maximize stability, nutritional value, and freshness. The oil is further protected by enclosing it in an environmentally friendly glass bottle and recycled cardboard box.

Fatty acids are organic compounds composed of carbon chains of varying lengths, with an acid group on one end and hydrogen bound to all the carbons of the chain. Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are those that are necessary for health, but cannot be synthesized by the body. Therefore, it is important to supply the body with EFAs through one's daily dietary intake. EFAs are also called vitamin F or polyunsaturates. They are important ingredients for the growth and maintenance of cells. The body utilizes essential fatty acids for hormone production, specifically for the production of prostaglandins, which aid in reducing hypertension, migraine headaches, and arthritis.
A few of the benefits listed below are found at:
www.omega3faq.com
Omega-3 fatty acids are required nutrients for prenatal development. While a baby will derive his or her nutrition from the mother's body, a pregnant woman should consume enough Omega-3 fatty acids to satisfy both her and her baby's requirements. The most critical Omega-3 fatty acid is DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid). Found throughout the body, it is a key structural fat and is integral in the development of the retina, the brain, and the heart. In fact, approximately 97% of all omega-3 fatty acids found in the brain is DHA as well as 93% of the omega-3 fatty acids in the eyes is DHA.1-2 Many medical professionals believe that DHA is key to maintaining a healthy pregnancy and the consumption of DHA during pregnancy and breastfeeding has shown a direct relationship with increased mental processing (i.e. IQ score) of the child.3-4 The most common question I hear (which I had a hard time finding the answer to back then) is "How much DHA should I take when pregnant or breastfeeding?" The simple answer is:
A number of studies have shown that the optimal intake of DHA during pregnancy or breastfeeding is 300 milligrams per day. That is 300mg of DHA, not "Omega-3 fatty acids."5-6 Since Omega-3 fatty acids tend to stay in the bloodstream over time, this requirement can usually be met by consuming two to three portions of fatty fish per week (such as wild salmon, sardines, or any other deep water fatty fish) or by taking Omega-3 Supplements during pregnancy. Some people prefer to take supplements to lower the possible risk of contaminants in certain fish. Physicians suggest that women who are pregnant or who intend to become pregnant should avoid Swordfish, Shark, Mackerel, and Tilefish, and should limit their intake of White Albacore Tuna to less than 6oz per week due to the potential for contaminants (mercury, PCBs, etc., which move up the food chain and concentrate in the large predatory fish).

DHA is also one of the fatty acids in Omega-3 fatty acid (or fish oil) supplements, and can be an inexpensive and effective way to increase one's intake of Omega-3 fatty acids. Be careful to read the label, however, to make sure that you are getting the proper amount of DHA (not just "omega-3 fatty acids") as well as ensuring product purity since different brands may vary greatly in quality.

Are you taking your pre-natal pills???

Ok so I know this is the most basic thing and most of you have been through bottle after bottle (At least I have) You really get a grip on how long you have been trying when you are on your third Cosco bottle. Just in case I have listed some info that might be beneficial.
I found great info at www.ezinearticles.com

It is only natural that expectant mothers should want the very best for their babies and to that end, it is important to make sure that they are consuming the most nutritious foods for their unborn child. However, this may prove to be difficult due to nausea, cravings and loss of appetite for some foods.

One of the best ways to ensure that both mother and their baby are getting enough vitamins and minerals is to take prenatal vitamin supplements.

Many doctors will prescribe prenatal vitamins as early as six weeks into a pregnancy with some even advocating that they be taken if a woman is planning to conceive. The reasoning behind this is that it will help prevent certain birth defects.

Prenatal vitamins are specially formulated to ensure that both mother and baby receive the proper amount of vitamins and nutrients regardless of any abnormal eating habits during pregnancy. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies can have negative effects on the growth and well being of the unborn child.

Folic acid is one of the minerals that are contained in prenatal vitamins and is an essential nutrient during pregnancy. As well as being important for the growth of the unborn child, Folic Acid has been shown to reduce the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida.

Calcium is one of the most important elements in an expectant moms diet as it is essential for the developing bone growth of the unborn child. However, prenatal vitamins do not always contain enough calcium while others do not contain any at all. The ones that do have it only contain around 250 mg whilst the recommended intake while pregnant is 1200 to 1500 milligrams. It is therefore important to pay close attention to the calcium content in prenatal vitamin supplements and to make up any shortfall with the consumption of dairy products.

Iron is another important mineral contained in prenatal vitamins and is responsible for helping the mother and the baby’s blood to carry oxygen. Iron deficiencies can lead to severe birth defects for the baby as well as other complications for the mother.

Other vitamins and minerals included in prenatal vitamins include Vitamin D, Vitamin C, thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin E, vitamin B-12, and zinc. Each of these is important for the mother and her growing baby.

As with all supplements, prenatal vitamins are just that – supplements and to that end, they should not be taken in place of a nutritionally balanced diet. Apart from anything else, any vitamin supplement requires the nutrients found in food to be correctly absorbed by the body.

Many moms to be may feel that they know enough about nutrition and eat well enough without the need to take prenatal vitamins. However, it is important to be realistic about the nutrition that you can maintain while pregnant as nausea and loss of appetite can make a big difference to nutritional intake.
Even if you are lucky enough not to experience morning sickness and nausea, it can still be difficult to be sure that you are getting enough vitamins and minerals for both you and your baby. Best advice is to play it safe and take a prenatal vitamin even if it is just an insurance policy.