Vitamin D plays a very important role in our physiological activities, and a lack of vitamin D often affects the development of our bones. Pregnant women are the ones we should focus on protecting. So, how can pregnant women supplement vitamin D deficiency? What are the effects of vitamin D deficiency on the fetus? Next, the editor will provide a detailed introduction to this aspect for everyone.
How to supplement vitamin D deficiency in pregnant women
1. Exercise appropriately. During pregnancy, it is necessary to have a certain amount of exercise and avoid sitting or lying down frequently. Although intense exercise is not possible, gentle exercises such as walking, climbing stairs, and doing simple household chores can be done. Take a walk in the sunshine or after meals to maintain a happy and relaxed mood.
2. Sunbathing. Pregnant women should engage in appropriate outdoor activities and be exposed to more sunlight. Especially for pregnant women who get pregnant in winter and spring, spending more time in the sun every day can help the body absorb sufficient vitamin D, promote the development of the fetus's bones and teeth, and eliminate the factors of congenital rickets.
3. Eat foods rich in vitamin D. Consuming sufficient vitamin D through food, such as canned fish, mushrooms, milk, soy milk, orange juice, egg yolks, tofu, etc., are all foods rich in vitamin D.
What are the effects of vitamin D deficiency in pregnant women on the fetus
Low levels of vitamin D in the mother's body during pregnancy may affect the calcification of baby teeth, leading to enamel defects in the teeth. This is a risk factor for early childhood tooth decay. A study by researchers from the University of Manitoba has clarified the relationship between the vitamin D status of pregnant women and enamel defects of deciduous teeth during childhood, the incidence rate of early childhood tooth decay and prenatal vitamin D levels.
Researchers studied 135 children aged around 16 months and found that 21.6% of them had enamel defects in their baby teeth, while 33.6% had early tooth decay. Mothers of children with primary tooth enamel defects have lower levels of vitamin D during pregnancy compared to those without enamel defects, but there is no significant difference. However, mothers of children with early tooth decay have significantly lower levels of vitamin D in their bodies compared to mothers of children with oral health. Moreover, children with enamel defects in their baby teeth are more likely to develop early tooth decay.
The above is some content introduced by the editor about how to supplement vitamin D deficiency in pregnant women. I hope it is helpful to everyone. It has to be said that learning this knowledge is really important and will play a very important role in our daily lives. The editor suggests that friends can read nutrition books in their spare time.
