Prenatal Vitamin Supplements

Prenatal vitamin supplements are supplements that can be taken daily that ensures the appropriate quantities of essential nutrients are present during pregnancy. It is very important for a woman to discuss with her OB-GYN doctor which prenatal supplements should be take and which she should avoid entirely. It is imperative that any prenatal vitamin supplements are taken under the advisement of your OB-GYN provider. There are some prenatal vitamin supplements that can be dangerous for a pregnant woman to take. You must  be especially cautious.

When deciding on which prenatal supplements to take, learn which ones are beneficial for you and which are beneficial for your developing baby. Many adults do not require additional vitamins with a well balanced diet. However a pregnant woman prenatal vitamin supplements, folic acid and iron or especially important. You need to make sure that one supplement you are taking for a particular nutrient does not contain  harmful amounts of another.

One toxic type of prenatal vitamin that you must be careful of is vitamin A. If you require extra vitamin A there are prenatal vitamins that contain vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is found in many fruit and vegetables and is converted into vitamin A in the body. Prenatal vitamin supplements that contain vitamin A from animal products can cause birth defects when taken in high doses during pregnancy but beta-carotene is a much safer prenatal vitamin as it is not toxic in high doses.

it is important that you discuss prenatal vitamin supplements with your OB-GYN doctor at your first prenatal check up. They will decide what prenatal supplements are required after examining your current dietary requirements. This will make sure your baby is getting the appropriate amount of nutrients during their development. A doctor will often recommend a woman to take a folic acid supplement during their first trimester of pregnancy. It is the most common prescribed supplement months prior to becoming pregnant. It is also essential for your baby’s health and growth, especially the brain functions. Iron is another prenatal vitamin supplement that is recommended to prevent the mother suffering from anaemia due to the demands that the baby puts on her iron consumption.

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Vitamin B and C Natural Sources

By Michael Tuccelli

There are many people who do not get enough natural vitamin sources in their diet and end up suffering from a deficiency of one or more vitamins. Vitamin supplements can be bought to help overcome any deficiencies. For the majority of people it is possible to get the majority of their recommended daily allowance of vitamins from natural vitamin sources. Eating  a healthy diet is the key to gaining the correct amount of vitamins from natural vitamin sources.

There are certain diets, such as vegetarian, that provide natural vitamins but in a limited amount. Therefore purchasing a vitamin supplement becomes necessary. A vitamin supplement may be the best option when the intake required just isn’t there. It is very important to know the different types of vitamins and their best natural sources so that a person can incorporate as many of them into their regular diet. Water soluble vitamins are not stored in the body and should be replenished on a daily basis. It is natural vitamin sources for these vitamins that are the most essential to know.

1. Natural vitamin B1 sources are brewer’s yeast, whole grains, blackstrap molasses, brown rice, organ meats, egg yolk

2. Natural vitamin B2 sources are brewer’s yeast, whole grains, legumes, nuts, organ meats, blackstrap molasses

3. Natural vitamin B3 sources are lean meats, poultry & fish, brewer’s yeast, peanuts, milk, rice bran, potatoes

4. Natural vitamin B4 sources are egg yolks, organ meats, brewer’s yeast, wheat germ, soybeans, fish, legumes

5. Natural vitamin B5 sources are organ meats, egg yolks, legumes, whole grains, wheat germ, salmon, brewer’s yeast

6. Natural vitamin B6 sources are meats, whole grains, organ meats brewer’s yeast, blackstrap molasses, wheat germ

7. Natural vitamin B7 sources are egg yolks, liver, unpolished rice, brewer’s yeast, sardines, legumes, whole grains

8. Natural vitamin B8 sources are who1e grains, citrus fruits, molasses, meat, milk, nuts, vegetables, brewer’s yeast

9. Natural vitamin B9 sources are dark-green leafy vegetables, organ meats, root vegetables, oysters, salmon, milk

10. Natural vitamin B12 sources are organ meats, fish, pork, eggs, cheese, milk, lamb, bananas, kelp, peanuts

11. Natural vitamin B13 sources are root vegetables, liquid whey

12. Natural vitamin B15 sources are brewer’s yeast, rare steaks, brown rice, sunflower, pumpkin & sesame seeds

13. Natural vitamin B17 sources are whole kernels of apricots, apples, cherries, peaches, plums

14. Natural vitamin C sources are citrus, cabbage family, chili peppers, berries, melons, asparagus, rose hips

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