~~ Nature Made Prenatal Multi + DHA Liquid Softgel ~~
Written: Oct 23 '09
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Pros: Contains omega-3 fatty acids, contains key minerals and vitamins, easier absorption
Cons: Large size of supplement
The Bottom Line: Nature Made Prenatal DHA Liquid Softgels offer key vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids in one large liquid softgel.
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| ms_pookie's Full Review: Nature Made Prenatal Multi Plus DHA Liquid Softgel |
During my pregnancy, I have been taking prenatal vitamins by Nature Made. First I started with Nature Made Multi Prenatal with Folic Acid and now I am taking Nature Made Prenatal + DHA Liquid Softgels.
The Product
Nature Made Prenatal + DHA Liquid Softgels are available in bottles of 30 count and 90 count. I purchased the 90 count from Costco, for a little more than $18.
Nature Made States
"Prenatal + DHA Liquid Softgel is formulated with 23 key vitamins, minerals, and essential Omega-3 Fatty Acids that may benefit the neurological development of the fetus and health of the mother during pregnancy and may reduce the risk of having a child with brain or spinal cord birth defect."
Directions
Take one tablet daily with a meal to help support fetal brain and eye development. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children. Do not use if imprinted seal under cap is broken or missing.
Ingredients
Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Gelatin, Soybean Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Water, Ferrous Fumarate, Glycerin, Zinc Oxide, Niacinamide, Soy Lecithin, dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Yellow Beeswax, Titanium Dioxide (artificial color), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamin Mononitrate, Beta Carotene, Riboflavin, Red 40, Folic Acid, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Cyanocobalamin, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol).
Contains: Fish (Anchovy, Sardine, Cod).
Supplement Facts
Calories Total 10
from Fat10
Amount per serving % Daily Value+
Total Fat 1 g% Daily Value
Vitamin A 100%
Beta Carotene 4000 IU 50%
Vitamin C 100 mg 167%
Vitamin D 400 IU 100%
Vitamin E 11 IU 37%
Thiamin (B1) 1.5 mg 88%
Riboflavin (B2) 1.7 mg 85%
Niacin (B3) 18 mg 90%
Vitamin B6 2.6 mg 104%
Folate,Folic Acid,Folacin 800 mcg 100%
Vitamin B12 4 mcg 50%
Calcium 150 mg 12%
Iron 27 mg 150%
Zinc 25 mg 167%
Omega 3 Fatty Acid 228 mg*
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) 200 mg*
Eicosapentanoic Acid (EPA) 28 mg
Contact and Miscellaneous Information
- Website = www.naturemade.com
- Questions? Comments? 1-800-276-2878
- No artificial flavors, no preservatives, no yeast or gluten.
Product information taken from product packaging.
My Experience
When I ran out of the Nature Made Multi Prenatal Vitamins, I went back to Costco to purchase some more, I could only find a new and different version of Nature Made Prenatal Vitamins -- Prenatal Multi + DHA Liquid Softgel.
Was I in for a surprise when I opened up the container of Prenatal Multi + DHA Liquid Softgel! The softgel capsules are enormous! They are brown and oval shaped, measuring approximately 1 inch in length by approximately 0.4 inch in width. I thought the original prenatal vitamins I was taking were large, but these were monstrous! For the first few weeks, I had a very difficult time swallowing the capsules since I'm not much of a fan of swallowing pills. I actually dreaded taking the supplement because of difficulties swallowing the pill. However, as time passed, it because easier and easier to take the supplement. Now I can swallow a Prenatal Multi + DHA Liquid Softgel without gagging.
Despite having fish and fish oil as ingredients to the supplement, I experience no fishy burps after taking the supplement. I take one capsule after dinner each night and have not had any problems with the supplement causing discomfort or upsetting my stomach. It is best to take the supplement with a meal, as stated in the directions.
Though I'd prefer if the supplement was a bit smaller, I do like that it is formulated for easier absorption. The supplement offers more than the previous supplement that I was taking, as it contains omega-3 fatty acids. Taking the prenatal vitamin is also an easy way to take a range of vitamins in one dose. Even though it did take some getting used to, I will likely repurchase Nature Made Prenatal + DHA when the current bottle is out.
Overall Thoughts
Nature Made Prenatal + DHA Liquid Softgels offer key vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids in one large liquid softgel.
Thanks for reading.
Pooks
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