Eating liver during pregnancy
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), liver is a nutritious food that contains beneficial substances such as iron, folate, and vitamin B12 that are good for health. However, for pregnant women, eating liver can pose many health risks to the developing fetus.
Dr Gargi Agarwal, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, India, said: "Liver has a high vitamin A content, if consumed in excess it can lead to poisoning. In addition, if the vitamin A content is too high, especially in pregnant women, it can cause malformations in the developing fetus."
When should you avoid eating liver during pregnancy?
"High vitamin A levels have been linked to birth defects involving the central nervous system, craniofacial region and heart. The critical period for this risk is during the first trimester when the baby's organs are forming," adds Dr Agarwal.
Therefore, pregnant women should monitor their vitamin A intake, ensuring adequate vitamin A intake without overdose or exceeding the limit, as both of these situations can be harmful to the developing fetus.
Liver replacement foods
Pregnant women can get essential nutrients from a variety of sources.
- For iron: Lean meat, beans, lentils, spinach and cereals.
- To supplement folate: Green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, beans and fortified cereals.
- For vitamin B12: Fish, meat, poultry, eggs and dairy products.
These alternatives provide essential nutrients without the risks associated with high vitamin A intake, says Dr. Agarwal.
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