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4 weeks pregnant and taking 3000 iu vitamin d daily, because my level was 24, now it is 32. i do believe vitd is very good for baby and me. am i right?

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Dr. Su Fairchild answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Yes: Optimal serum vit d level is around 60. You may need for than what you are taking. Consider also that people with vitamin malabsorption may have gluten sensitivity. Also recheck vitamin d levels periodically every 3-6 months to guard against over or under dosing.

Dr Pizzo agreed

Answered 10/28/2013

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