AbraCadabra

I keep coming across women who say that have Vitamin C for this reason, have Iron capsules, have calcium etc. WHy do women need to have intake of these vitamins.

What is the use of Vit A,Vit B, Vit C, Vit D, Iron, Calcium with respect to health, power, skin, hair etc of females? Which foods or capsules contain them?

Sadafkhan

Hi,
Supplements have become a fixed feature of prenatal care in most countries. With the exception of folic acid, all nutritional needs during pregnancy can be met through a properly planned, nutritious diet. However women in nutritional risk groups including those with poor diets or suffering from substance abuse or pregnant teenagers are advised to take supplements. Many doctors are in favor of the idea that pregnant women in general take prenatal supplement during the course of their pregnancy. Moreover the fact remains that pregnant women need more of almost every vitamin and mineral than women who are not pregnant.
Thanks!

MinX

A well-balanced diet should provide all the essentail nutrients and vitamins.

tammy8604

vitamins are good for skin, hair and immune system. even men should take vitamins, not just females.