Re: [ozmidwifery] Anaemia remedies

[diane]

Hi , I have found that some women who do not tolerate iron suppliments well can use Spatone, it is expensive though, about $30 for two weeks supply. It is a spring water from the welsh highlands which is high in iron and because is in the water it is rapidly and effectively absorbed, therefor high quantities of iron are not needed and wont cause tummy and bowel upsets. We also give nutritional handouts at booking in. Cheers Di ----- Original Message ----- From: Helen and Graham To: ozmidwifery Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2006 10:40 AM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Anaemia remedies We are having a discussion about remedies for anaemia in pregnancy at work at the moment.  One of the midwives has been recommending parsley and pineapple juice but one of the doctors is saying it causes a build up of uric acid?!   I recall hearing about floradix being recommended by some midwives and Elevit by others.    Apart from FGF, I would be interested in what people are recommending in their practices.   Thanks   Helen