Studies have shown that most women do not get the essential nutrients and vitamins they need through diet alone while pregnant. Prenatal vitamins are meticulously formulated to cater to the heightened nutritional requirements during pregnancy. Their absence can potentially lead to nutrient deficiencies that may affect the health of both the mother and the fetus. Here are key considerations regarding specific nutrients that support a healthy pregnancy. What nutrient needs change during pregnancy?   Folic Acid Deficiency:  Effect: Insufficient...

While it is generally not advised to take prenatal vitamins if you are not pregnant or planning a pregnancy, exceptions exist. This is a common question many women ask. It makes sense. Prenatal vitamins are packed with nutrients to support a healthy pregnancy and the physical and cognitive development of that growing baby. So, why not take them all the time?   There are important considerations for anybody considering supplements, prenatal vitamins, or regular multivitamins.   Do prenatal vitamins...

Prenatals, or prenatal vitamins, are vitamins that doctors and pregnancy dietitian nutritionists recommend women who are trying to conceive, or women who are pregnant, take. During pregnancy, a woman’s body has unique needs that a balanced diet might not meet. Likewise, before pregnancy, while trying to conceive, these vitamins can ensure a woman and her developing baby are getting all they need. Prenatal vitamins are available in tablets capsules, gummies, powders, and softgels. The best form...