To separate truths from myths, we have Ryann Kipping on to discuss nutrition myths surrounding nutrition. She provides insight into safe caffeine consumption and whether the source of caffeine matters. Ryann shares the impacts of sugar consumption during pregnancy and how to navigate sugary cravings. Furthermore, she provides insight into the research surrounding fish consumption and how the recommendations differ from raw shellfish. She briefly discusses fruit and whether eating for two is a necessity while pregnancy. With her motto "nutrition for two," she focuses on choline and folate as two key nutrients throughout pregnancy, the consumption of organ meats and vitamin A toxicity, as well as when nutrition focus surrounding pregnancy should occur. Let's dive in!

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What You Will Learn In This Interview with Ryann Kipping:

1:32 - Why was Ryann passionate about nutrition

8:02 - Is caffeine safe to consume during pregnancy?

17:23 - Does the source of caffeine matter?

20:35 - Is soda safe to drink during pregnancy?

26:27 - Can you eat fish while pregnant?

27:56 - Are there any fruits to avoid?

31:02 - Do you need to eat for 2?

33:39 - Nutrients to focus on: Choline vs Folate

36:32 - Best food sources of choline

38:05 - Best food sources of folate

43:21 - When should you focus on nutrition for pregnancy

47:10 - Ryann's Resources

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