Supplements During Pregnancy

Probiotics linked to reduced eczema risk; Fish Oil to lower risk of egg allergy

by Molly Walker, Staff Writer, MedPage Today February 28, 2018

Action Points

Probiotics during pregnancy may reduce the risk of eczema in offspring, [and] fish oil supplementation may reduce the risk of potential egg allergy.

Conclusion

  • “Despite allergies and eczema being on the rise, and affecting millions of children, we are still hunting for the root causes of these conditions, and how to prevent them,” Garcia-Larsen (study director) said in a statement. “This study has provided clues, which we now need to follow with further research.”

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Probiotics May Reduce Risk of Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes

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Folic Acid – A robust, balanced maternal diet is safer for the developing fetus than using supplements which may not be well absorbed

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