Vitabiotics Pregnacare Breast-Feeding Capsules

Allergy Advice

Contains: Fish, Soya.

Life Style

Gluten free. Not Tested on Animals.

Nutritional Values

Storage

Store below 25°C in a dry place, out of sight and reach of children.

Product Information

With DHA which contributes to normal development of brain & eyes in breast-fed infants² Expert nutrition for breast-feeding mums Pregnacare Breast-feeding is specially formulated to help support the nutritional requirements of new mothers throughout the postnatal period and while breast-feeding. During this time a healthy, varied diet is vital for new mothers, to help produce nutritious breast milk and maintain their own health and wellbeing. Postnatal micronutrient tablets Carefully formulated by experts, including: - 700mg calcium, vitamins K & D, zinc and magnesium which contribute to the maintenance of normal bones. - Calcium and vitamin K which contribute to normal blood clotting. - Vitamin B6, niacin, iron and magnesium which contribute to normal energy release. - Includes 10μg vitamin D as recommended by the Department of Health for all women while breast-feeding. - Tablets produced to high GMP³ quality. High purity Omega-3 capsules - Maternal intake of DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) contributes to the normal brain and eye development of breast-fed infants². - Infants have limited capability to synthesize fatty acids, which therefore must be obtained directly from external sources such as the mother's milk. - Each capsule provides 300mg DHA, the level recommended by international experts⁴ (ISSFAL) for mums during lactation. When is Pregnacare Breast-feeding recommended? Pregnacare Breast-feeding provides comprehensive multivitamin support combined with calcium & Omega-3 fatty acids, which are especially important at this time. - The ideal postnatal supplement for the 12 months following childbirth, to help ensure optimum levels of nutrients. - Can be taken whether or not you are breast-feeding and can be used for as long as required. This comprehensive formula replaces other Pregnacare supplements and multivitamins. There is no need to take an additional multivitamin. - To maintain health throughout breast-feeding as the intake recommendations of certain nutrients are increased during lactation. Maternal breast-feeding is strongly recommended for the newborn baby as it provides essential nutrients and antibodies for long term health. - To help maintain normal bone health in mothers who avoid dairy products and for breast-feeding mothers. Contains the recommended 10µg vitamin D3 & the RNI of 700mg calcium (Reference Nutrient Intake). 84 Tabs/Caps (28 days supply) Postnatal vitamin and mineral tablets with calcium plus Omega-3 capsules 1. The pregnancy supplement brand midwives recommend most. 2. A beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200mg DHA in addition to the recommended daily intake of omega-3 fatty acids for adults. 3. Good Manufacturing Practice. 4. Journal of the American College of Nutrition, Vol. 18, No. 5, 487-489 (1999).

Safety Warning

Food supplements must not replace a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. As with other food supplements, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using if you are under medical supervision, have epilepsy, a thyroid condition, haemochromatosis, suffer from food allergies, or are allergic to any of the ingredients. Contains high purity fish oil. This product contains vitamin K and Omega-3. Those taking anticoagulants (blood thinners) should not take this product except on the advice of a doctor. If you are breastfeeding a premature baby speak to your doctor or neonatal health professional for advice before using this product. This product contains iron, which if taken in excess, may be harmful to very young children.

Storage Type

Ambient

Features

Expert nutrition for after pregnancy. Vitamins, minerals, Calcium, vit.D. Omega-3 DHA. Vitabiotics Science of Healthy Living. UK's No. 1 pregnancy supplement brand. Britain's No.1 supplements. Queen's Award 4 Times Winner. No Artificial Colours or Preservatives. No Lactose or Yeast. Gluten Free. Pregnacare is Not Tested on Animals.

Ingredients

Calcium Carbonate , Maltodextrin , Magnesium Oxide , Tablet Coating (Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, Polydextrose, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Talc, Glycerin, Colours [Calcium Carbonate, Iron Oxides]) , Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) , Anti-Caking Agents: Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid & Magnesium Stearate , Bulking Agent: Microcrystalline Cellulose , Ferrous Fumarate , Zinc Sulphate , Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate) (from Soya) , Crosslinked Cellulose Gum , Niacin (as Nicotinamide) , Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCI) , Betacarotene (Antioxidant: DL-Alpha Tocopherol) , Thiamin (Vitamin B1 as Mononitrate), Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Salt) , Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) , Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol, Antioxidant: DL-Alpha Tocopherol) , Riboflavin , Copper Sulphate , Vitamin K (Vitamin K1) , Folic Acid (as Pteroylmonoglutamic Acid) , Potassium lodide , Biotin , Sodium Selenate , Omega-3 Fish Oil (Docosahexaenoic Acid Concentrate) (from Fish) , Capsule Shell (Pharmaceutical Grade Gelatin [Halal Bovine Source], Glycerin & Natural Flavour Lemon Oil .