Reasons for pregnant women to avoid liver
The article discusses why pregnant women are advised to avoid eating liver despite its nutritional benefits, especially its high content of vitamin A. It is believed that elevated levels of stored vitamin A in the liver may lead to fetal abnormalities or miscarriage, due to the conversion of vitamin A into the active form, retinoic acid, which affects the growth and development of the fetus's organs. While vitamin A is essential for the mother's health and the proper growth of the fetus, excessive accumulation during pregnancy can cause serious birth defects, such as abnormalities in the brain, skull, and face. Therefore, women are advised to refrain from consuming large amounts of liver and to obtain vitamin A from safer sources, consulting with their doctor to ensure their nutritional needs are met without risking the health of the fetus.
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