One serving of Vita-lea with iron contains the following pregnancy supporting nutrients: vitamin A (5,000 IU), vitamin C (120 mg), vitamin D (800 IU), Folate (800 mcg), calcium (450 mg), iron (18 mg), iodine (200 mcg), magnesium (200 mg), selenium (70 mcg)
Vitamin A is essential for immune function as well as reproductive and fetal health.
Vitamin C & selenium can help protect the cells in the reproductive system from oxidative stress before and during pregnancy.
Vitamin D supports brain development and increases the absorption of calcium. If the mother has a vitamin D deficiency there will be very low vitamin D in her breast's milk. Therefore, vitamin D continues to be important during breast feeding.
Calcium & magnesium help to build the baby's bones and teeth and help to protect the mother's bone density.
During pregnancy and lactation, there is an increased need for iodine to produce thyroid hormones.
Iron is essential to make hemogloblin and myoglobin to help carry oxygen to the baby.
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