MICROgenics Pregnancy Multivitamin (with Tuna Oil) 60 caps

Microgenics Pregnancy multi vitamin is designed for before conception and during and after pregnancy when the nutritional demands on the body are increased. This formula contains Folic Acid, 400mcg of which is recommended before conception and during pregnancy to help prevent neural tube defects and contribute towards a normal pregnancy. Includes B Vitamins, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Iron, Calcium, Iodine and Zinc, all of which are important during pregnancy. Contains Tuna Oil as a source of the omega 3 fatty acid DHA, required for the infant's developing nervous system.

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Description

Ingredients (per capsule):
Tuna Oil 500mg equiv. DHA 135mg, equiv. EPA 35mg, equiv. Vitamin A 53.5IU, equiv. Vitamin D3 27IU, Thiamine nitrate (Vit. B1) 2.5mg, Riboflavin (Vit. B2) 2.5mg, Nicotinamide 2.5mg, Calcium pantothenate (equiv. Vit. B5) 2.5mg, Pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vit. B6) 2.5mg, Cyanocobalamin (Vit. B12) 5mcg, Folic acid 250mcg, Biotin 15mcg, Calcium ascorbate 60.5mg (equiv Vit.C 50mg), Betacarotene 2mg, Cholecalciferol 100IU (Vit. D2.5mcg), d alpha tocopherol (Nat Vit E) 25IU, Calcium hydrogen phosphate 130mg, Magnesium amino acid chelate 150mg, Ferrous fumarate 15.2mg (equiv. Iron 4.82mg), Potassium iodide 131mcg (equiv. Iodine 100mcg), Zinc gluconate 61.5mg (equiv. Zinc 7.88mg), Chromium (as picolinate) 20mcg.

How Does It Work?
* During pregnancy and breastfeeding the female body requires more nutrients to sustain itself and the baby.
* Tuna Oil is a rich source of omega 3 essential fatty acids which are important for the development of the baby's nervous system.
* The need for the B vitamins during pregnancy increases dramatically as the energy requirement of both mother and baby increase dramatically.
* Folic Acid is especially important as studies have shown that supplementation from preconception and through pregnancy can help prevent neural tube defects in the baby.
* Calcium and Magnesium are required in higher amounts during pregnancy as they contribute to the building and health of the baby's skeletal system.
* Iron is very important as the volume of the mother's blood increases substantially to carry nutrients to the baby.
* Chromium is important in maintaining stable blood sugar levels, which is important to minimise fatigue and nausea during pregnancy.

What Can It Be Used For?
* Preconception
* Pregnancy
* Post pregnancy
* Breastfeeding

Dosage
Adults: 2 capsules
Children: Not recommended
Maximum Dose: 2 capsules
Pregnancy: 2 capsules daily
Time: Ideally it should be taken with food
Duration: Supplement can be taken through preconception, pregnancy and through to the breastfeeding stage.