Shaklee Pregnancy Support
Shaklee Pregnancy Support Nutrients
- Folic Acid
Supplementing with 400-800 mcg of folic acid significantly reduces the incidence of neural tube defects.
- Iodine
During pregnancy and lactation, there is an increased need for iodine to produce thyroid hormones.
- Iron is essential to make hemoglobin and myoglobin to help carry oxygen to the baby.
- Omega-3 fatty acid EPA & DHA EPA
supports the heart and immune system and DHA plays an important role in
the development of brain, eyes, and central nervous system. Recommended
dose is 500 mg/day of EPA & DHA combined with 200 mg coming from
DHA.
- Lean Protein While a baby is developing, your need for protein goes up. Soy, egg whites, lean meats, and non or low-fat milk.
- Vitamin A
is essential for immune function well as reproductive and fetal health.
Experts recommend supplementing with 2500 to 8000 IUs per day.
- Vitamin C, E & Selenium can help protect the cells in the reproductive system from oxidative stress both before and during pregnancy.
- Calcium, Zinc, & Magnesium help to build the baby's bones and teeth and help to protect the mother's bone density.
- 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.
