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Dietary Fiber Cuts Risk of Pregnancy Complication

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THURSDAY, July 17 (HealthDay News) -- Eating more fiber during the first trimester of pregnancy seems to reduce the risk of developing preeclampsia, a potentially fatal condition characterized by elevated blood pressure.

The finding appears to be another good reason for pregnant women to maintain good fiber intake, one expert said.


     
     
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VIDEO: Deanna Carlson, R.N., BSN, Discusses What Women Need To Know About Fiber In Their Diet

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Discover what every woman needs to know about fiber and her diet.