Not salting the water When potatoes cook, the starch granules swell and absorb water and â if you've added it â salt. You won't need to add as much at the end, and your final product will be well-seasoned, not bland. 3.
7 / 15. High-fat foods have a strong affect on hormone activity in the body. Like trans fats, saturated fats can contribute to period pain and inflammation. Avoid heavy meats and dairy to keep your fat intake down, which also regulates estrogen levels.
Foods to avoid during pregnancy include: Fish with lots of mercury such as swordfish, tilefish, and shark. Cut back on tuna and snapper to no more than one serving a week. But you can eat up to two servings of fish such as salmon, catfish, mahi mahi, and cod, along with shellfish like shrimp, crab, and scallops.