Orthomol natal (Powder and Capsules)

Important micronutrients for pregnancy and breastfeeding¹

You may have been trying to conceive for a long time – or perhaps it is a wonderful surprise: first and foremost, pregnancy turns your previous life upside down. Pregnancy itself and also breastfeeding are both very special phases in the lives of many women. The body performs like a true professional during this time, and so the need for certain micronutrients exceeds normal amounts.

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Nutritional characteristics

Important micronutrients for pregnancy and breastfeeding

• Folic acid contributes to normal maternal tissue growth during pregnancy. Taking additional folic acid as a supplement increases folate levels in pregnant women. A low folate level exposes pregnant women to the risk of their foetus developing a neural tube defect. The positive effect is noticeable with a supplementary daily uptake of 500 µg folic acid over a period of at least one month prior to conception and up to three months afterwards (target group: women of childbearing age).
• Iron contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin.
• The uptake of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) by a mother contributes to normal development of the brain and eyes of their foetus and breastfed infant. The positive effect is noticeable with a daily uptake of 300 mg DHA, in addition to the recommended daily dose of omega-3 fatty acids amounting to 360 mg DHA and EPA.
• Choline contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism.
• Calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, vitamin D, vitamin B12 and folic acid have a role in the process of cell division.
• Vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin D, folic acid, iron, zinc, selenium and copper contribute to the normal function of the immune system.
• Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones.
• Vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin D and also zinc and magnesium contribute to the maintenance of normal bones.
• Vitamin D contributes to normal absorption/utilisation of calcium.
• Iodine and selenium contribute to the normal thyroid function.
• Calcium and magnesium contribute to normal muscle function.
• Vitamin C, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folic acid, niacin, pantothenic acid and magnesium contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
• With lactic acid bacteria cultures, lutein and zeaxanthin.