Miscarriage :The Statistics & Evidence based Nutrition Advice

In this episode, Evelyn(Host) discusses the topic of miscarriage. This is something Evelyn has experienced personally and is passionate about educating women on as it has helped with understanding miscarriage and the grieving process. She provides factual information and nutrition interventions for those who have experienced or are at risk of miscarriage. She starts by sharing statistics on miscarriage and different types of pregnancy loss. She then explores risk factors for miscarriage, including age and comorbidities. Evelyn also explains various terms related to miscarriage, such as chemical pregnancy and recurrent miscarriage. She emphasises the importance of nutrition support, including protein intake, protective foods, and essential nutrients like folate and vitamin D. Evelyn concludes by highlighting the significance of support and self-care during the grieving process.

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Takeaways

• Miscarriage is a common experience, with 50% of pregnancies ending in miscarriage(in first 5 weeks), 20% after 5 weeks.
• Chromosomal abnormalities account for 85% of pregnancy loss, highlighting the importance of understanding that it is not the woman's fault.
• Age is a significant risk factor for miscarriage, with a higher risk for women in their 40s.
• Nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting fertility and reducing the risk of miscarriage, including adequate protein intake, consumption of protective foods, and essential nutrients like folate and vitamin D.
• Seeking support and taking care of mental and emotional well-being are essential during the grieving process.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Trigger Warning

01:27Statistics on Miscarriage

03:57Types and Causes of Miscarriage

06:05Risk Factors for Miscarriage

09:21Terms Related to Miscarriage

12:34Chemical Pregnancy

13:03Recurrent Miscarriage

14:50Nutrition Support for Miscarriage

15:19Importance of Nutrition and Protein

16:43Protective Foods and Omega-3 Intake

18:14Importance of Folate and Vitamin D

19:40Other Important Nutrients

21:05Considerations for Thyroid and Bacterial Infections

22:09The Benefits of Inositol

23:27Importance of Thyroid Function and Bacterial Vaginosis

24:22Male Fertility and Lifestyle Factors

25:17Factors to Avoid: Alcohol, Caffeine, Mercury, and Listeria

26:29Reducing Stress and Ceasing Certain Supplements

27:41Importance of Iron and Timing of Iron Intake

29:47Preparation Before Pregnancy

31:50Importance of Support and Grieving

32:20Conclusion and Call to Action