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Vitamin D is important for the health of infants, children and adults. Inadequate intake of vitamin D by a pregnant woman may also have adverse effects on her baby, increasing the risk of low bone mineral density during childhood.

A current research study showed that even the women who were taking vitamins had inadequate amounts of Vitamin D in their bodies. After they gave birth, there were corresponding inadequate amounts of vitamin D in their breast milk.

Inadequate amounts of Vitamin D in babies has been linked to the risk of developing several other medical conditions, like asthma, type 1 diabetes and schizophrenia. Other research suggests the vitamin may provide some protection for adults against diseases like multiple sclerosis and several types of cancer.

The primary researcher believes the current recommendations for Vitamin D are outdated and should be increased to 1,000 IUs of Vitamin D or more.

Source:
Pregnancy & Vitamin D (HOI 19)