Endocrine Disorders

Thomas, John A.; Rosnes, Jon

doi:10.1007/0-387-21572-7_14

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“…Fetal-life-related hypoparathyroidism and hypercalcemia may make this situation worse. The neonatal calcium level reaches a minimum between 24 and 48 hours after birth, stabilizes, and then gradually increases to adult levels [19,20].…”

Section: Calciummentioning

confidence: 99%

The Effects of Vegan Diet on Fetus and Maternal Health: A Review

Palma,

Jallah,

Mahakalkar

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Veganism, a way of eating that forbids goods produced from animals, is rising in acceptance around the globe. This thorough analysis investigates how a vegan diet affects fetal growth during pregnancy, highlighting the need to maintain ideal maternal nutrition. The idea of “early life programming” emphasizes how a pregnant woman's lifestyle impacts her unborn child's health. Nutrient consumption during pregnancy makes it essential to have a healthy eating routine. While a carefully thought-out vegan diet may contain all the essential nutrients, some micronutrients need special attention, which may call for supplementation. The study delves into significant findings concerning nutritional adequacy and challenges in the discussion section, highlighting nutrients like calcium, iron, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and protein. It emphasizes medical professionals' need to monitor and assist vegan expectant mothers in meeting their nutritional needs. The analysis also examines the intricate connection between a mother's health and the outcomes of vegan pregnancies, such as decreased rates of gestational diabetes and hypertension. Examining fetal growth and development further highlights the complexity of this process, as do the contradicting data on birth weights. Furthermore, early data suggest that infants born to vegan moms may benefit cognitively, but further studies are required to prove a causal relationship. In addressing ethical and environmental issues in the review's conclusion, it is acknowledged that these aspects impact pregnant women's food decisions. Given the rising popularity of veganism, it is crucial to offer trustworthy advice to expectant women who are thinking about or already following a vegan diet.

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Section: Calciummentioning

confidence: 99%