Health and Welfare Canada released the publication “Nutrition in Pregnancy—National Guidelines.” The guidelines were prepared by an advisory group composed of practitioners and academics representing the practical and scientific aspects of medicine, nursing, and nutrition. A consensus was reached on such controversial matters as acceptable levels of prenatal weight gain, the consumption of aspartame during pregnancy and maintenance of dental health of pregnant women and infants. Other topics covered include dietary practices during pregnancy, nutritional needs of pregnant adolescents and use of herbal teas.