Supplementing the vitamin-mineral formula before, during and after pregnancy, and during breastfeeding can help give birth to a healthy baby and bring many benefits to the mother. * For example, folic acid supplementation reduces the risk of having a baby with a birth defect in the brain or spine. Basic Prenatal from Thorne provides active forms of folic acid (5-MTHF) and vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) for optimal use in tissues. * Basic Prenatal also contains easily absorbed iron bisglycinate, which responds to the increased iron need of a pregnant woman. * Several basic ingredients of Prenatal (including vitamin C, vitamin B6 and vitamin K) have also been proven to benefit morning sickness. *
This supplement is made with the purest possible ingredients and without any additives and coatings usually found in the mainstream of the prenatal supplement. Pregnancy is a critical time for optimizing a woman’s health and nutrition, which is important for both the mother and her child. Total nutritional and caloric needs are significantly increased by pregnancy and breastfeeding. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend folic acid supplementation for all women of childbearing potential, since the greatest demand occurs in the first trimester of pregnancy, when a woman may not even be aware that she is pregnant. A woman who eats healthily and provides the right amount of folic acid can reduce the risk of having a baby with a birth defect in the brain or spinal cord.
Vitamin-mineral supplement with high potency can sometimes be difficult for the “stomach”, especially in the first trimester of pregnancy. Therefore, Thorne does not contain large amounts of nutrients that are known to cause stomach disorders. Instead, they contain smaller amounts of these nutrients, but in their most ready-to-eat and absorbent forms for optimal use. * Among them are the active forms of several B vitamins – pyridoxic 5′-phosphate (vitamin B6), riboflavin 5′-phosphate (vitamin B2), L-5-MTHF (active form of folic acid) and methylcobalamin (vitamin B12).
Dosage
Take 3 capsules daily or as directed by your doctor.