Tag: Perinatal health

Studies have shown that mothers with lower folate levels during pregnancy have a higher risk of having a child with a congenital heart defect (CHD). While the link between folic acid and preventing neural tube defects (NTDs) is well-established, its specific effect on heart defects requires a closer look at the available research.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), pre-eclampsia affects 2–8% of pregnancies globally and is a significant cause of maternal and perinatal mortality. A key element used to prevent pre-eclampsia, particularly in populations with low dietary intake, is calcium. This nutritional intervention has been shown to reduce the risk of hypertensive disorders during pregnancy.