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Episode 20: How to pick a prenatal supplement? | Key nutrients during pregnancy | Part 2

March 14, 2025 • Dr Anika Rouf and Michelle Brown • Season 1 • Episode 20

In this episode, Anika and Michelle discuss key nutrients that support fertility and a healthy pregnancy. They highlight the importance of nutrients such as vitamin D, magnesium, B12, zinc, omega-3 and choline. They explain their benefits, recommended dosages and the need for a personalised dietary assessments to ensure optimal nutrition.

Research mentioned in this episode

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31040736/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34775542/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38189492/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33598687/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36228573/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30853718/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10709661/

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