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Chromium
For Pregnancy
Chromium is a trace element that
seems to be low in most North American diets. The recommended dosage is
200 mcg daily. Surveys have shown that most women only consume roughly 50%
of the minimum suggested chromium intake. Insufficient dietary intake of
chromium may be a greater problem for pregnant and/or nursing women
because both conditions place increased burdens on body stores of
chromium. The developing fetus appears to concentrate chromium from the
mother. Chromium can be measured from hair samples, breast milk, blood,
and urine. Hair chromium decreases after pregnancy and lactation and it
takes the average woman over four years until her hair chromium levels
have been replenished. There is a definite indication for supplementation
and much more research needs to be done on this topic. A woman should not
take any supplement without a discussion with her health care provider.
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