Supplementation in Pregnancy

  • The Food Standards Agency recommends 400 IU of Vitamin D per day for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers
  • Supplementation also depends on other factors related to the deficiency
  • Latest research suggested that doses as high as 4000 IU per day had no adverse effects on pregnant patients but the need for further research was stressed
  • The same study showed lower rates of premature labour, infection and premature birth in pregnant mothers  replete with Vitamin D
  • We suggest discussing your Vitamin D results with a healthcare practitioner (doctor or midwife) before you go on supplements higher than recommended doses. 


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