Prenatal Multivitamin/Multimineral With Folic acid
Spring Valley
Overview
This prenatal multivitamin provides a range of essential nutrients crucial for prenatal and postnatal health, with a strong emphasis on folic acid and iron. While many vitamins and minerals are included at adequate levels, the amounts of vitamin A and calcium could be improved. The formulation is generally sound, but discussion with a healthcare provider is essential, particularly for women with specific dietary needs or health conditions.
The Good
Provides 100% Daily Value of Folic Acid, crucial for preventing neural tube defects.
Contains a high dose of Iron (156% DV), important for preventing anemia during pregnancy
Offers a comprehensive blend of vitamins and minerals to support maternal and fetal health.
The Bad
Vitamin A at 50 percent daily value; excessive preformed vitamin A during pregnancy can cause birth defects.
Calcium is only 15 Percent Daily Value
Fish allergens warning
Is it for you?
Best For: Pregnant women, women planning pregnancy, breastfeeding mothers
Skip If: You have a known allergy to any ingredient or are advised against specific nutrients by a healthcare professional.
Ingredients Analysis
Vitamin A
4000 IUVitamin C
120 mgVitamin D
400 IUVitamin E
30 IUThiamine
1.8 mgRiboflavin
1.7 mgNiacin
20 mgVitamin B6
2.6 mgFolic Acid
800 mcgVitamin B12
8 mcgCalcium
200 mgIron
28 mgIodine
150 mcgZinc
25 mgHow to Use
Take one tablet daily with a meal.
Daily
Morning or Evening
With food
Who Should Use This
Best For:
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