Low vitamin D tied to serious pregnancy complication

Parentwonder.com linked to an interesting story on Reuters which refers to a new study stating:

Moms-to-be who have low vitamin D levels during pregnancy appear to be at increased risk for suffering from pre-eclampsia, according to a study.

Pre-eclampsia is a condition of pregnancy that usually begins with high blood pressure. The disorder may also lead to seizures, kidney failure or stroke. It slows the growth of the fetus, can cause early delivery, and can be fatal for the mother and the infant. The cause is unknown and there is no treatment, except to manage the symptoms.

It’s worth a read for expectant mothers and the fathers who eat with them.