Should Breastfeeding Moms Be Concerned About Hoodia Side Effects?
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by Reagan Miers
If you are a new mom you are probably ready to lose the weight and get
your pre-pregnancy figure back. Diet pills that promise quick and easy
weight loss can surely be tempting. One such diet pill is hoodia.
Although there are virtually no hoodia side effects with this diet pill, it
is still strongly advised that you avoid taking hoodia if you are
breastfeeding.
Authentic hoodia gordonii is considered to be very safe with virtually
no side effects. Despite this, it is not recommended for breastfeeding
moms to take hoodia diet pills. In all of my research, I could not find
any scientific reasons or otherwise as to why this advice is given.
However, I do have some theories as to why breastfeeding moms should
avoid taking hoodia supplements.
Since hoodia works to suppress the appetite, it is only reasonable to
believe that if it passes into your breast milk your baby’s appetite may
be suppressed too. Since a baby needs all the nourishment she can get,
the last thing a baby should feel is “full” when she isn’t. A baby
needs all the nourishment she can hold so she can grow healthy.
The second reason you should avoid hoodia while you are breastfeeding
is that you need to keep your calorie levels up. Hoodia diet pills work
by making you feel full sooner. This results in less food being
consumed. Feeding a baby requires you to have an adequate, well balanced and
nutritious diet. You do not want the quality of your breast milk to be
effected by consuming insufficient nourishment.
A good way for new moms to begin getting back into their pre-baby shape
is to put the baby into the stroller and go for a walk each day. Start
slow and don’t push yourself. Know that while your body is benefiting
from the exercise, both you and your baby are benefiting from the fresh
air. Keep in mind that when you are breastfeeding it is important to
keep your water intake up. Breastfeeding moms do not need to become
dehydrated. When you walk, take along a water bottle.
If exercising on your own for weight loss doesn’t motivate you, consult
with your medical practitioner or local clinic for post natal exercise
groups in your area. Surrounding yourself with other new moms may be
exactly what you are looking for to keep you interested and motivated.
Taking diet pills when you are breastfeeding isn’t a good idea. The
good news is that as long as you continue to breastfeed your metabolism is
naturally increased. So, in all actuality, you don’t need weight loss
supplements right now. Breastfeeding is naturally revving up your
engine.
Hearing how many women are finding weight loss success with hoodia and
having no side effects can be tempting, but do what’s best for your
baby and hold off until after you are done breastfeeding. Your baby won’t
breastfeed forever. Eating right and moderate exercise is the best
thing for you and your baby right now.
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hoodia safe to take while breastfeeding? Probably not. If you need an
effective appetite suppressant after you are done breastfeeding, find out
what (hoodiaandweightloss.com/) hoodia gordonii can do for you at
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