Prenatal plusDHA Optimal 120sg by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler – Maternal Nutrition Prenatal Multivitamin
Prenatal plusDHA Optimal softgels by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler combine vitamins, minerals and algal DHA in a prenatal multivitamin. This 120-softgel formula brings together methylated folate, chelated iron and choline alongside DHA, providing several complementary forms of maternal nutrition in one daily serving.
The formula supplies nutrients used for normal cell growth, oxygen transport and nervous system development. Its DHA comes from algal oil rather than fish oil, while the softgel shell contains kosher gelatin. These details help distinguish the formula when comparing prenatal supplements and dietary preferences.
Key Prenatal plusDHA Optimal 120sg Benefits
- Supports normal brain and retinal development with DHA, a structural component of the membranes surrounding nerve and eye cells.
- Provides folate for normal cell division and the production of DNA as maternal and developing tissues grow.
- Supplies iron for hemoglobin formation and oxygen transport, alongside iodine for normal thyroid hormone production during pregnancy and nursing.
How Prenatal plusDHA Optimal 120sg Works
Different nutrients handle different jobs: DHA becomes part of cell membranes, folate assists the processes that build genetic material, and iron helps red blood cells carry oxygen. Supplying them together supports everyday nutritional needs without making one nutrient a substitute for another. Food remains important because this formula contributes to, rather than replaces, a varied prenatal eating pattern.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA): Supports the structure of brain and retinal cell membranes. These flexible membranes help cells communicate, making DHA a relevant nutritional building block during fetal development. This formula provides DHA from algal oil.
- Folate: Helps transfer the small chemical units needed to make DNA and support normal cell division. The formula supplies 5-methyltetrahydrofolate, a folate form used in the body's normal folate metabolism, together with vitamin B12.
- Iron: Helps form hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells. This role matters as maternal blood volume expands during pregnancy. Ferrous bis-glycinate chelate supplies the formula's iron; individual iron needs still require assessment.
- Iodine: Provides a building block for thyroid hormones, which help regulate metabolism and support normal development. The potassium iodide in this formula contributes iodine to a mother's total intake from food and supplements.
- Choline: Helps build phospholipids that form cell membranes and supplies material for acetylcholine, a messenger used by nerves. Its inclusion complements the membrane-building role of DHA, while choline-rich foods remain important sources of this nutrient.
Prenatal plusDHA Optimal 120sg Is Formulated For
- Pregnant and nursing adults seeking a prenatal formula with algal DHA, methylated folate and iron, with healthcare practitioner guidance.
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Recommendation: Take 2 softgels daily, preferably 1 softgel twice a day with food, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Serving Size: 2 Softgels
Servings Per Container: 60
% Daily Value* for pregnant and lactating women
Calories ... 10
Total Fat ... 0.5 g ... <1%
Vitamin A (50% as Beta-Carotene, 50% as Retinyl Palmitate) ... 650 mcg RAE ... 50%
Vitamin C (as Calcium Ascorbate) ... 60 mg ... 50%
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (2000 IU) ... 50 mcg ... 333%
Vitamin E (as d-Alpha Tocopherol) ... 19 mg ... 100%
Vitamin K1 (as Phytonadione) ... 30 mcg ... 33%
Vitamin K2 (as Menaquinone-7) ... 60 mcg ... **
Thiamine (B1) (from Benfotiamine) ... 1.4 mg ... 100%
Riboflavin (B2) (from Riboflavin 5-Phosphate, Sodium) ... 1.6 mg ... 100%
Niacin (B3) (as Niacinamide) ... 18 mg ... 100%
Vitamin B6 (from Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate) ... 4 mg ... 200%
Folate (from 5-Methyltetrahydrofolate, Calcium Salt) ... 1000 mcg DFE ... 167%
Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) ... 100 mcg ... 3571%
Biotin ... 35 mcg ... 100%
Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium d-Pantothenate) ... 7 mg ... 100%
Calcium (from Calcareous Marine Algae Lithothamnion) (Aquamin®) ... 100 mg ... 8%
Iron (as Ferrous Bis-glycinate Chelate) (Ferrochel®) ... 27 mg ... 100%
Iodine (from Potassium Iodide) ... 290 mcg ... 100%
Magnesium (from Magnesium Citrate, Magnesium Oxide) ... 40 mg ... 10%
Zinc (from Zinc Glycinate Chelate) ... 13 mg ... 100%
Selenium (from L-Selenomethionine) ... 35 mcg ... 50%
Copper (from Copper Glycinate Chelate) ... 0.65 mg ... 50%
Manganese (from Manganese Glycinate) ... 1.3 mg ... 50%
Chromium (from Chromium Picolinate) ... 180 mcg ... 400%
Molybdenum (from Molybdenum Glycinate) ... 25 mcg ... 50%
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) (as Triglyceride [TG] from Algal Oil) ... 300 mg ... **
Choline (from Choline Bitartrate) ... 55 mg ... **
Lutein [from Marigold (Tagetes erecta) flower] (FloraGlo®) ... 3 mg ... **
*Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2000 calorie diet for pregnant and lactating women.
**Daily Value not established.
Prenatal+DHA 300™ is a trademark of Advanced Nutrition by Zahler®.
Ferrochel® is a registered trademark of Albion Laboratories, Inc.
Aquamin™ is a registered trademark of Marigot Ltd. of Cork Ireland.
Other Ingredients: Kosher Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerin, Purified Water, Sunflower Lecithin, Carob, Yellow Beeswax, Medium Chain Triglycerides.
Contains: Soy (Highly Refined).
Does Not Contain: Gluten, Dairy.
Storage: STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE, AWAY FROM DIRECT SUNLIGHT.
Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
Because this product contains Vitamin K2, discontinue use 2 weeks prior to surgery.
Additional precautions: Iron supplements can cause nausea, constipation or stomach discomfort. Review this formula with your pharmacist if you use warfarin, levothyroxine, levodopa, antithyroid medicines, ACE inhibitors or potassium-sparing diuretics. Vitamin K can interact with warfarin, and iron can reduce absorption of levothyroxine and levodopa. Avoid extra iron without medical guidance if you have iron overload. Discuss additional calcium supplements, acid-reducing medicines and other supplements when planning your routine.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prenatal plusDHA Optimal 120sg
What are the benefits of Prenatal plusDHA Optimal 120sg?
Prenatal plusDHA Optimal combines nutritional support for normal cell growth, oxygen transport and brain development. Each 2-softgel serving supplies 300 mg of algal DHA, 1000 mcg DFE of folate and 27 mg of iron. DHA contributes to brain and retinal cell membranes, folate supports DNA production, and iron helps form hemoglobin. These are complementary nutritional roles, not a promise of a particular pregnancy outcome or a replacement for prenatal care.
Who should take Prenatal plusDHA Optimal 120sg?
This formula is intended for pregnant and nursing adults whose healthcare practitioner recommends its combination of vitamins, minerals and DHA. It may suit someone who wants algal DHA together with methylated folate and iron, rather than separate products. The softgels contain kosher gelatin and highly refined soy, so dietary restrictions and allergies need consideration. Discuss your diet and existing supplements with your clinician to determine whether additional nutritional support is appropriate; do not automatically combine multiple prenatal formulas.
Are there any side effects of taking Prenatal plusDHA Optimal 120sg?
Iron can cause nausea, constipation or stomach discomfort. The label requires healthcare practitioner consultation during pregnancy, nursing, medication use or a medical condition, and says not to use a damaged or missing safety seal. Keep this iron-containing product away from children: accidental overdose can cause fatal poisoning in children under 6; call a doctor or poison control immediately after an overdose. Because it contains vitamin K2, discontinue use 2 weeks before surgery. Highly refined soy is declared. Ask your pharmacist about warfarin, thyroid medicines and other medication interactions before starting.
How does Prenatal plusDHA Optimal 120sg support overall health?
The formula combines nutrients with distinct everyday functions. Iodine supports thyroid hormone production, iron supplies material for oxygen-carrying hemoglobin, and folate works in normal cell division. DHA and choline contribute to cell membrane components, while vitamin D3 supports calcium absorption. Together, these nutrients complement food-based maternal nutrition rather than supply everything a pregnant or nursing adult needs. Take 2 softgels daily, preferably 1 softgel twice a day with food, or follow your healthcare practitioner's directions.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
