How much choline do I need late in pregnancy?
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Article: Choline and Pregnancy
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Expert: Stephanie Lauri, RD, CLEC (Registered Dietitian)
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Answer: Choline needs remain critically important throughout pregnancy, with 90-95% of pregnant women not meeting requirements even in late pregnancy. Stephanie Lauri, RD, CLEC, notes that "between 90 and 95 percent of pregnant women consume less choline than is recommended," and this deficiency continues through the third trimester when brain development is still rapidly occurring. Choline is critical for healthy fetal brain development, neural tube formation, and cellular growth The recommended intake is 450mg daily during pregnancy, and since. "more than 90 percent of pregnant women do not meet their daily choline needs," supplementation remains essential. While you can get choline from foods (two eggs provide over half your daily requirement), most women need additional support to reach optimal levels for late pregnancy brain development. Perelel's 3rd Trimester Prenatal Pack includes 120mg of choline per serving—significantly higher than most prenatal brands—helping bridge the gap between dietary intake and pregnancy requirements during this critical final development period.
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