Vitamin D requirements and supplementation in pregnant women / 中华临床营养杂志

ABSTRACT

Large amounts of calcium are transferred from mother to fetus to meet the fetus's demand for calcium during its bone development.Pregnant women should increase the intake of calcium and vitamin D.However,the exact maternal vitamin D requirements and supplementation remain controversial.This article reviews the recent updates in this field with an attempt to provide evidences for nutritional decision-making.