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Assessment and Treatment of Thyroid Disorders in Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period

This 2022 review provides updated clinical guidance on the assessment and management of thyroid disorders during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Key considerations include the increased iodine requirement due to heightened thyroid hormone production, and the differentiation between gestational transient thyrotoxicosis and Graves’ disease in early pregnancy. The review addresses

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June 26, 2025 No Comments

Choline: Exploring the Growing Science on Its Benefits for Moms and Babies

This observational study reviewed the importance of choline intake during pregnancy and lactation, emphasizing its roles in fetal brain development, membrane biosynthesis, neurotransmission, and gene expression. Despite its essential functions, most pregnant women in the U.S. fail to meet the recommended intake of 450 mg/day. Research suggests that adequate choline

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Carnitine Deficiency and Pregnancy

This observational study and case report highlight the importance of identifying and managing carnitine deficiency during pregnancy to prevent neonatal metabolic complications. The first case involved a woman with undiagnosed carnitine deficiency, leading to low carnitine levels in her newborn, while the second case detailed a woman with known deficiency

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Effects of prolonged oral supplementation with l-arginine on blood pressure and nitric oxide synthesis in preeclampsia

This randomized controlled trial examined the effects of prolonged oral supplementation with l-arginine on blood pressure and nitric oxide (NO) synthesis in preeclamptic women. Conducted with 61 participants, the study found that those receiving 3 grams of l-arginine daily for three weeks experienced significant reductions in systolic (134.2 ± 2.9

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