Prenatal Formula

• Contains a well-balanced blend of vitamins and minerals to target the unique nutritional needs of pregnancy and prenatal development
• Nutrients are provided in active and highly bioavailable forms such as mixed tocopherols, methylcobalamin, pyridoxal-5-phosphate, selenomethionine and citrate mineral salts
• 1 mg of 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF), the active form of folate, is provided to support healthy fertility and reduce the risk of neural tube defects
• 45 mg of elemental iron effectively supplements the needs of pregnant women and reduces the risk of anemia without increasing the risk of constipation or digestive disorders
• Selenium is provided to help with thyroid function and reduce the risk of miscarriage
• Choline influences stem cell proliferation and reduces the risk of neural tube defects
• Significant amounts of calcium and magnesium to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and common pregnancy-related conditions such as preeclampsia, leg cramps and heartburn
  

Proper fetal development requires a high level of nutritional support from the mother. A healthy, balanced diet is the most important step in ensuring these requirements are met. However, specific nutrients are required in greater quantities, and supplementation with a well-formulated prenatal multivitamin complex is recommended to reduce the risk of fetal complications and common pregnancy symptoms for the mother.

An adequate intake of vitamin B9, also known as folic acid, is perhaps the most well-known nutritional requirement during pregnancy. In recent decades, folic acid has been fortified into grains because it is well known to reduce the risk of neural tube defects. Unfortunately, the synthetic folic acid used in the fortification process may not be sufficient for many women who are unable to effectively convert to active 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF) due to genetic polymorphisms. For this reason, 5-MTHF is the preferred form of supplementation during the critical period of fetal development.

Like folate, iron plays a crucial role in healthy development. Iron is in high demand during pregnancy because it is needed to produce hemoglobin and new blood for the fetus. If this nutritional demand is not met, iron deficiency anemia is a common concern during gestation. It can present as fatigue in the mother and increase the risk of early labor and low birth weight for the fetus. Choosing an iron that is well absorbed but also well tolerated by the digestive tract is of the utmost importance for many women who already experience nausea and constipation during pregnancy.

In addition to the well-established increased needs for folate and iron, many other micronutrients, vitamins, and minerals can help reduce potential health risks during pregnancy. For example, selenium is crucial for thyroid function, and women with low selenium or thyroid levels have been shown to have a higher risk of miscarriage. Choline is a lipotropic nutrient that positively influences stem cell proliferation and brain and spinal cord formation. Although folate is often cited for its importance in nervous system development, women deficient in choline actually have a four-times greater risk of neural tube defects. Finally, calcium and magnesium are important minerals for reducing the risk of common pregnancy-related conditions such as preeclampsia, leg cramps, and heartburn.

Cyto-Matrix Prenatal Formula contains a balanced blend of vitamins and minerals needed for optimal pregnancy support and prenatal development. These nutrients are in their active and highly bioavailable forms, such as mixed tocopherols, methylcobalamin, pyridoxal-5-phosphate, selenomethionine, and citrate mineral salts. A full daily dose of prenatal formula provides 45 mg of elemental iron to prevent iron deficiency anemia and 1 mg of 5-MTHF for optimal fertility results.