Effects of Vitamin D Supplementation During Pregnancy on Birth Size: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

During pregnancy, vitamin D supplementation may be a feasible strategy to help prevent low birthweight (LBW) and small for gestational age (SGA) births. However, evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) is inconclusive, probably due to heterogeneity in study design and type of intervention....

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Main Authors: Andrea Maugeri, Martina Barchitta, Isabella Blanco, Antonella Agodi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-02-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/11/2/442