Cocoa Tickles™

According to information researched by the American Heart Association, the third highest cause of death in women is a stroke, and statistically women will die because of heart illnesses every 53 seconds. However there is a way to make sure you don't fall pray to a number of statistics.

Women need to make sure that their diets are rich in vitamins and minerals and other essential fatty acids to ensure a stable hormonal balance, good mental health and a general physical well being.

The period in a women's life when she is pregnant is probably the time when she is most concerned with the value of good nutrition for herself and most importantly for her baby.

All that the expectant mother consumes during nine months is passed on to the growing and developing fetus. Scientific research is constantly proving that there are various ways and new nutritional facts that play and important role in the development of a healthy baby. The must recent find is development in this field of investigation is the role of Omega 3 fatty acids and its benefits it holds for the mother and the growing child and the effects that these acids will have on the child in later years.

One of the most feared pregnancy complications is pre-eclampsia (also known as toxaemia) and occurs in up to 10% of all pregnancies resulting in probable maternal mortality, slowed fetal growth, preterm birth and perinatal death. Test results have

shown that women with lower levels of omega 3 have a much higher risk of these pre and pos natal risks. While women whose diets were rich in Omega 3 fatty acids proved to suffer less complications during births well as well as a much lower risk of pos natal depression and the possibility of heart complications.

By consuming fish, vegetables and Omega 3 supplements during pregnancy it boosts the growth development of the fetus and is especially vital in the third trimester as absorption of vital elements increases. This occurs because omega 3 makes the blood less sticky and therefore increasing the flow of nutrients through the placenta. Omega 3 provides the baby with the energy and nutrients necessary to establish a good physical and mental future. The essential acids build the brain of the growing fetus, while it forms the retina, auditory perception, balances the autoimmune system and develops the nervous system.

Not only does the baby benefit from Omega 3 during pregnancy but also in its future growing years. Infants who had been exposed to sufficient fatty acids during gestation showed to be more advanced in attention spans and a stronger visual perception. They also proved to have less of a chance of suffering behavioral problems and depression during the growing years. It is recommended that a dosage of approximately 250 mg of Omega 3 daily is ideal as your baby uses your Omega 3 levels to form up 70% percent of its brain and nervous system.

A baby thrives and depends on the nutrients in the breast milk of the mother. If the mother suffers from a deficiency of Omega essential fats 3 and 6 there will be poor milk reduction and breast engorgement. A healthy mother's milk is high in essential fatty acids and other prostaglandins which could lessen the risk of immune system impairment, cancer and probable heart illnesses in later life.

All that a growing baby needs is enough energy and nutrients to develop inside the womb, the link between what the mother consumes and the baby's health is much stronger than once thought. The main source of nourishment for the baby comes directly from what the mother eats and drinks. There are many arguments about the consumption of caffeine during pregnancy and research has proven many different results. Since chocolate is made from cocoa it contains caffeine, however it is believed that chocolate has some health benefits during pregnancy. Just like all other foods, it is recommended that pregnant ladies should indulge their chocolate cravings in moderation. A medical investigation speculated that it is possible that chocolate consumption during pregnancy could be related to the baby's behavior, it is believed that it these babies had tendencies to smile and laugh more and generally are more active. It was also suggested that the chemicals in chocolate that are linked to positive moods could be passed on to the baby in the womb.

Cocoa Tickles combines the goodness of Omega 3 fatty acids as well as superior chocolate that can be consumed safely during pregnancy. You will be looking after your heart and mental state and could eventually have certain future benefits for your baby. Please keep in mind this product should be consumed in moderation and it is advised to consult your doctor during pregnancy.