Naturopathy/pre-eclampsia

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I recently suffered from a rare form of pre-eclampsia where I suffered from high blood pressure 4 days after giving birth. I was advised to not have anymore children because there is a 25% chance that it could happen again. I would like to have another baby.I have heard that low vitamin d can cause pre-eclampsia. Is there anything I can do to prevent it from happening the next time I am pregnant?

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Hello Mere,
Thanks for your question.  There is some information linking deficiencies such as vitamin C, magnesium, and perhaps other nutrients like Vitamin D.  But that does not guarantee that supplementing with any or all of these could prevent pre eclampsia if it developed before for another reason.  There are likely other things that you might be able to do to lower your risks, for best results with this consider seeing a ND in your area because it's a good idea to enlist some individual guidance.  Good luck,
Dr Conner

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Kristina Conner, ND

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Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Natural Family Medicine, Detoxification/ Cleansing, Herbal Medicine, Natural Remedies

Experience

Licensed Naturopathic Physician for 8 years Currently: Assistant Professor of Naturopathic Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, National University of Health Sciences, Lombard, IL

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American Association of Naturopathic Physicians, member Illinois Association of Naturopathic Physicians, member and Secretary

Education/Credentials
Bastyr University, doctor of naturopathic medicine University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine, residency in family and integrated medicine

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