Dairy and Iodine: Two Essential Pillars for Maternal and Fetal Health
In this video from TUMS Q&A, Mostafa Ghazi, Senior Clinical Nutrition Specialist from the School of Nutrition, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, discusses the nutritional value of dairy, especially milk, during pregnancy. He recommends that pregnant women consume four glasses of milk daily, emphasizing that milk is not only a rich source of calcium and protein but also plays a crucial role in the formation and development of the fetal nervous system. Additionally, he highlights the importance of iodine, stating that its deficiency can lead to neurological disorders in the fetus. Therefore, in addition to consuming dairy, expectant mothers should include other iodine-rich sources in their diet to ensure proper fetal development.

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