Summary: Cod liver oil is rich in vitamins A and D, so some women take cod liver oil during pregnancy. However, research shows that if pregnant mothers take too much cod liver oil, in addition to causing itchy skin and hair loss, there is also a serious hidden danger. Cod liver oil is rich in vitamins A and D, so some women take it during pregnancy. However, research shows that if pregnant mothers take too much cod liver oil, in addition to causing itchy skin and hair loss, there is also a serious hidden danger.
What are the benefits of taking cod liver oil for pregnant women?
Cod liver oil is rich in vitamin A and vitamin D. Supplementing cod liver oil during pregnancy can reduce the occurrence of colds during pregnancy. At the same time, it can also promote the development of fetal bones and brain, making the baby stronger after birth.
If pregnant women eat too much cod liver oil, what impact will it have on their health?
Pregnant mothers who consume large amounts of cod liver oil (including calcium-containing foods) for a long time will suffer from symptoms such as loss of appetite, skin itching, hair loss, insufficient prothrombin in the blood, and vitamin C metabolism disorder. Also, high blood calcium levels can cause muscle weakness, vomiting, and cardiac arrhythmias.
What are the serious hidden dangers of pregnant women taking too much cod liver oil?
A study by foreign genetic physiology experts found that some pregnant women who use vitamin A and vitamin D to treat skin diseases have a higher probability of giving birth to malformed fetuses. The reason is that the lack of certain enzymes in the body leads to increased affinity for vitamin A and vitamin D. At this time, the possibility of malformation is greater. It shows that excessive intake of cod liver oil by pregnant mothers may cause fetal malformations.
In addition, excessive intake of cod liver oil can also cause premature calcification and eruption of fetal dental follicles in the womb.
When pregnant mothers need to take cod liver oil, should they take it under the guidance of a doctor?
Cod liver oil is not used as a tonic abroad, but as a medicine to treat vitamin deficiency. For your own safety and the health of your baby, it is recommended that pregnant mothers not take large amounts of cod liver oil and calcium preparations at will. If you need to take cod liver oil for medical treatment, you should take it under the guidance of a doctor.
This article comes from the blog post of Beijing Mary Maternity and Infant Hospital, a Sina blogger.