Prenatal Multi-Vitamin - 180 Capsules by Natures Way – Prenatal Nutritional Support
Prenatal multivitamin capsules by Natures Way combine 23 vitamins and minerals with buffered vitamin C for women preparing for pregnancy, during pregnancy, and postpartum. This 180-capsule formula provides folic acid, iron, iodine, and a full B-vitamin complex in a daily two-capsule serving.
Its prenatal nutritional support complements food without supplying every pregnancy nutrient. The gelatin capsules contain no gluten, wheat, dairy, or artificial colors or flavors.
Key Prenatal Multi-Vitamin - 180 Capsules Benefits
- Supports normal cell division with folate, a nutrient needed to make the DNA building blocks used as maternal and developing tissues grow.
- Provides iron for hemoglobin, the red blood cell protein that carries oxygen throughout the body.
- Supplies iodine for thyroid hormone production and normal metabolism, alongside vitamin D3 and calcium for bone nutrition.
How Prenatal Multi-Vitamin - 180 Capsules Works
These nutrients perform different jobs: folate helps cells copy genetic material, while iron supplies a component of oxygen-carrying proteins. Calcium provides bone mineral, and vitamin D helps the intestine absorb it. Their complementary roles explain the multinutrient approach.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Folate: Helps make DNA building blocks for normal cell division. Supplied as folic acid, this B vitamin supports cellular renewal and growth, important processes in maternal and developing tissues.
- Iron: Forms part of hemoglobin, allowing red blood cells to carry oxygen from the lungs to tissues. The formula supplies ferrous gluconate to support this nutritional role, not as a stimulant.
- Iodine: Provides material for thyroid hormones that regulate metabolism. Iodine nutrition matters during pregnancy and nursing; this formula supplies iodine from kelp and potassium iodide.
- Buffered vitamin C: Supplied as calcium ascorbate, it supports collagen formation for normal connective tissue and provides antioxidant activity. Vitamin C also helps absorb nonheme iron, complementing the formula’s iron content.
- Vitamin D3: Helps regulate intestinal calcium absorption, making calcium available for normal bone mineralization. This complements calcium supplied by the formula and food as part of everyday bone nutrition.
Prenatal Multi-Vitamin - 180 Capsules Is Formulated For
- Women planning pregnancy, pregnant women, and postpartum or nursing mothers choosing a prenatal with professional guidance.
- Women seeking folic acid, iron, and iodine together in a capsule formula with buffered vitamin C.
Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner if you have doubts about a new supplement. Or you may book a FREE product consultation with Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our other Womens Pre-Natal Vitamins, Womens Multi-Vitamins, and Multi-Vitamins Supplements collections.
Recommendation: Women take 2 capsules daily, preferably with food. Do not exceed recommended dose.
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Servings Per Container: 90
Ingredient ... Amount ... %DV**
Vitamin A (as 91% beta-carotene [2,250 mcg], 9% retinyl acetate [225 mcg]) ... 2,475 mcg ... 190%
Vitamin C (as calcium ascorbate) ... 100 mg ... 83%
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) ... 5 mcg ... 33%
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) ... 67 mg ... 353%
Vitamin K (as phytonadione) ... 30 mcg ... 33%
Thiamin (as thiamin HCl) ... 5 mg ... 357%
Riboflavin ... 5 mg ... 313%
Niacin (as niacinamide) ... 15 mg ... 83%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) ... 25 mg ... 1,250%
Folate ... 666 mcg DFE (400 mcg Folic Acid) ... 111%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) ... 25 mcg ... 893%
Biotin ... 50 mcg ... 143%
Pantothenic Acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) ... 25 mg ... 357%
Calcium (as calcium carbonate, citrate) ... 250 mg ... 19%
Iron (as ferrous gluconate) ... 9 mg ... 33%
Iodine (from kelp, as potassium iodide) ... 158 mcg ... 54%
Magnesium (as magnesium aspartate, oxide) ... 125 mg ... 31%
Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate) ... 10 mg ... 77%
Selenium (as L-selenomethionine) ... 50 mcg ... 71%
Copper (as copper bisglycinate) ... 1 mg ... 77%
Manganese (as manganese citrate) ... 5 mg ... 192%
Molybdenum (as sodium molybdate) ... 50 mcg ... 100%
Potassium (as potassium gluconate, chloride) ... 45 mg ... 1%
Kelp (whole thallus) ... 42 mg ... **
**Daily Value (DV) not established.
Other Ingredients: gelatin (capsule), cellulose, magnesium stearate, silica, gelatin
Does Not Contain: GLUTEN FREE. No wheat, dairy, or artificial colors or flavors.
Storage: Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.
Additional precautions: Iron can cause digestive upset, including nausea or constipation, especially at higher supplemental intakes. Have a pharmacist review timing with levothyroxine or levodopa. Vitamin K can interfere with warfarin. Seek individualized advice for iron overload, thyroid concerns, or antithyroid medication use. Review all supplements together to avoid excessive iron, iodine, preformed vitamin A, or vitamin B6. This serving supplies 25 mg vitamin B6; prolonged excessive B6 intake can damage nerves. Report tingling or numbness promptly and discuss continued use with your practitioner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prenatal Multi-Vitamin - 180 Capsules
What are the benefits of Prenatal Multi-Vitamin - 180 Capsules?
Prenatal Multi-Vitamin combines folate for normal cell division, iron for oxygen transport, iodine for thyroid hormone production, and vitamin C for connective tissue support. Each two-capsule serving supplies 666 mcg DFE folate, including 400 mcg folic acid, plus 9 mg iron and 158 mcg iodine. Its calcium and vitamin D3 contribute to bone nutrition. These nutrients complement a varied diet; the formula does not supply every nutrient needed during pregnancy in a complete daily amount.
Who should take Prenatal Multi-Vitamin - 180 Capsules?
The formula is intended for women trying to conceive, during pregnancy, and postpartum, including nursing mothers. Professional guidance matters because requirements differ between these stages and depend on food intake and other supplements. The daily serving contains 9 mg iron, so a prenatal name alone does not establish that it meets your individual iron needs. It uses gelatin capsules and is not a vegetarian choice. Women take two capsules daily, preferably with food, without exceeding the recommended dose.
Are there any side effects of taking Prenatal Multi-Vitamin - 180 Capsules?
Iron may cause nausea or constipation, particularly at higher supplemental intakes. Consult a healthcare professional before use if pregnant, nursing, or taking medications. Vitamin K can interfere with warfarin; iron can affect levothyroxine or levodopa absorption. Review thyroid concerns, iron overload, and duplicate supplements with your practitioner. Each serving contains 25 mg vitamin B6; prolonged excessive intake can damage nerves. Keep this iron-containing product out of children’s reach: accidental overdose can cause fatal poisoning in children under six. Call a doctor or poison control center immediately after accidental overdose. Do not exceed the dose or use a bottle with a broken or missing safety seal.
How does Prenatal Multi-Vitamin - 180 Capsules support overall health?
Its nutrients contribute through distinct everyday processes: folate helps cells make DNA, iron supports hemoglobin, and iodine provides material for thyroid hormones that regulate metabolism. Vitamin C supports collagen formation and antioxidant activity, while vitamin D3 helps the body absorb calcium for bone mineralization. The formula also includes magnesium, zinc, and the full B-vitamin complex. These are nutritional roles, not a guarantee of a particular pregnancy outcome, and they work alongside food intake and individualized prenatal care.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
