Nutrients

Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy has been linked to various maternal and foetal complications, such as pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, prematurity or low birth weight. Interest in vitamin D has increased in recent years due to its association not only with calcium metabolism, but...

About 30 g of calcium are needed throughout pregnancy, especially in the last trimester, for the proper development of the foetus's bones. You need to know that foetal complications such as low bone mineralisation, delayed intrauterine growth and low birth weight are linked to a low...

At the preconception visit, the gynaecologist recommends you take a folic acid supplement, even though you are not yet pregnant. We will now explain why you must follow that recommendation. Let’s shed some light on folic acid, also known as folate or vitamin B9. Folates to fight neural...

Omega 3 (DHA) is particularly important in the world of obstetrics and paediatrics because it is involved in the neurological development of the foetus and the new-born child. It is an essential nutrient for all pregnant women. Omega-3 foods for pregnant women Fish, shellfish and...

Nutritional iodine deficiency is now the most common cause of preventable intellectual disability worldwide. Pregnant and lactating women and children under two years of age are particularly vulnerable to iodine deficiency, according to WHO. Thyroid hormones depend on iodine to function...

Every pregnant woman needs vitamin B12 for the correct development of her baby. Vegan or vegetarian women and pregnant women who have had a gastric by-pass or pernicious anaemia should be aware that their B12 levels may be insufficient. Let's take a look at the functions of this nutrient...

Taking folic acid supplements before getting pregnant (preconception stage) is very important and they should be taken daily. Taking folates, together with adequate vitamin supplements throughout pregnancy, reduces the chances of neural tube defects (NTD) and other cardiac, urinary and...

Omega-3 fatty acids have vital functions in pregnancy and the brain development of the baby. They are part of all our cells and neurons. We tell you what they are and how much you should take so that neither you nor your child are lacking these nutrients, which are crucial for the optimal...