Making sure to follow a sound regimen to support the growing
baby and staying away from harmful substances is a common goal
in most pregnancies. The majority of people are aware of the
importance of avoiding tobacco, illegal drugs, and alcohol, but
there are other harmful substances that deserve to be equally
evaded that are not as widely discussed. Pesticides and
herbicides are sprayed onto many commercial fruits and
vegetables, or even manufactured into GMO seeds. These chemicals
can have dangerous effects on fetuses; especially during the
developmental stages. The best way to avoid this is to eat only
organic fruits and vegetables, use a carbon water filter to
eliminate from drinking water, and opt out of using any chemical
fertilizers and pesticides around your house and yard. Aspartame
and other artificial sweeteners Sweeteners such as Sweet & Low,
NutraSweet, Equal, Splenda, and the all-new Neotame can be found
in yogurt, chewing gum, soft drinks, and other desserts. Your
body does not recognize these s