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Superfoods For The Well-Being Of Mother And Child
Being a mother is one of the most difficult jobs in the world. Freud also stated: "The most difficult jobs are, in absolute order, the parent, the teacher and the psychologist". Choosing what to eat during pregnancy, but also after having given birth and what to feed your children is no small feat! Let's see how to improve the well-being of mother and child with superfoods.
From the moment of conception, and especially during pregnancy, the embryo grows and develops in the womb of the mother, absorbing all the nutrients through her body. For this reason, it is vital that the mother follows a healthy diet and a balanced lifestyle.
A good starting point for the future mother may be to prefer natural and seasonal foods, avoiding processed products and choosing an organic diet. But is it ok for pregnant women supplement their diet with superfood?
Among the best superfoods recommended for pregnancy is Baobab powder: a really concentrated source of vitamins and minerals. In Africa, it is known as the "tree of life" and from its fruits you get a complete food, which is especially rich in vitamin C.
During pregnancy you can consume superfoods that are rich in fibre, such as our range of breakfasts. Super Oats and Buddha’s Awakening are instant mixes of milled oats, and milled buckwheat respectively, and both gluten-free and rich in nutrients.
The consumption of superfoods such as Spirulina, Chlorella, Turmeric, Moringa, Maca, Matcha and Guarana during pregnancy is not recommended. Although they are all wonderfully rich gifts from Mother Nature, it is best to consult a doctor before taking them.
During breastfeeding, a mother must be careful what she eats, because the substances ingested will be partially transferred to the new born through the milk. The best superfoods recommended during breastfeeding are certainly those rich in Omega 3.
By now everyone knows these good fats are present in large quantities in fish. But there are two problems: fish on the whole are no longer a sustainable food, and the seas are often very polluted. Eating fish or fish products can expose the mother, and therefore the child, to high doses of mercury, a very dangerous heavy metal. But we must not forget the risks of contamination by other pollutants, such as microplastics, antibiotics and pesticides.
So how can we stock up on Omega 3 during breastfeeding? Chia Seeds and Flaxseeds are the best plant sources of Omega 3. Our Omega Mix is perfect for all mothers who want to safely supplement these important fats!
From weaning, mother and child must establish strict dietary rules to keep them healthy and to try to guide the child from the outset to get used to flavours that are not too sweet or too salty. The first food explorations of children are essential to protect their health from diseases and dangerous conditions such as obesity, diabetes and many others.
The most important guideline is to restrict refine sugar. Capable of causing a great many health problems, white sugar is a real poison, especially for new mothers and younger children. Immediate dependence can lead to mental problems, such as anxiety and depression, but it is also linked to the risk of weight gain and obesity.
A healthier choice is Coconut Sugar. Rich in minerals and vitamins and with a low glycemic index, this sugar tastes like caramel. All Iswari products are without refined sugar: when they contain sugars, they contain coconut sugar, or sugars naturally present in the ingredients.
