2/11/2008
When you're pregnant, eating for two means many things, and one of them is steering clear of foods that pose health risks for you and your baby. So here are some foods to avoid when you're pregnant. First, certain types of fish including those caught in rivers, lakes, and streams. Raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood and eggs, including eggs in cookie dough and cake batter. Hot dogs and luncheon meats, including deli ham, turkey, bologna, and salami -- unless they have been reheated until steaming hot. Unpasteurized dairy foods. Unpasteurized juices. Raw vegetable sprouts, including alfalfa, clover, and radish. And finally, it’s best to avoid herbal supplements and teas that have not been tested long enough to know the effects on pregnant women.
You may or may not know someone with a pacemaker. That’s the funny thing, they may be your neighbor or relative and you wouldn’t know it. But if you want to know more, mark this on your calendar. St. John’s is holding a health talk on the shocking truth about pacemakers. The talk is set for tomorrow, February 12th at 5:30 p.m. at our Health Connection location inside Northpark mall. Registration is required so call 625-2000 or log onto stj.com.