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Nutrition Facts with Dr. Greger
A Plant-Based Pregnancy
Sep 21, 2023
This podcast explores the benefits of a plant-based diet during pregnancy, the levels of pollutants in breast milk from vegan mothers, the significance of DHA supplementation and optimal B12 dosage for pregnant women, the debate over raising vegan kids, and the benefits of plant-based diets for pregnancy and childhood.
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- A plant-based diet during pregnancy should include a variety of plant foods and important nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12.
- Supplementing with DHA during pregnancy may not have consistent benefits, but a recommended dosage of 200 mg from uncontaminated sources like algae oil is advised.
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Plant-based diet during pregnancy
A completely plant-based diet is suitable during pregnancy, but it should be well-planned, including a wide variety of plant foods from all food groups. Calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12 from plant-based sources are important. A study comparing the breast milk of vegetarian and non-vegetarian women showed no significant differences in nutritional value. However, breast milk from plant-based eaters had lower levels of industrial pollutants, like DDT and PCBs.
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