Natural food supplements are foods (or food by-products) that provide health benefits. These foods are high in nutrients and most of them aid digestion which in turn promotes good health.
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A few years ago I did extensive research on this topic since eating super-nutrient foods sounded like a better option than purchasing manufactured supplements. Vitamin B12 was the main nutrient for which I was unable to find a substitute in a natural source. Brewer’s yeast does contain some, but only in small quantities.
Special Considerations for Children and Pregnant women
Pregnancy
Most often, Raspberry leaf is the only herb recommended during the first trimester.
Safe herbs for the second and third trimester are Elder flowers, Lemon Balm, Echinacea, Fennel seed, Linden flowers, Nettles and Red Raspberry leaf.
A tea is the best preparation, although capsules or tinctures could also be taken.
Sweeten the tea with honey, Elderberry syrup or Stevia if desired.
Caution: do not use Licorice root or Peppermint leaf.
Drink 2-3 cups per day.
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Children
The dose for children is usually one-third of the adult dose.
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