Pregnatabs Calcium,
60 tablets

DESCRIPTION:

Pleasant-tasting chewable tablets containing Calcium and a mixture of vitamins and minerals specially designed for pregnant women, offered by Belgiophar Belgium.

Pregnatabs Calcium provides pregnant women with 17 ingredients including essential folic acid.

It contains, in addition to multiple vitamins, magnesium, iron and calcium which are absolutely necessary.

The tablets are packaged in a brown glass pot which is eco-friendly and durable. This pot contains an oxygen absorber (naturally modified atmosphere) to prevent the oxidation of vitamins.

WHAT IS IT FOR?

Assortment of vitamins and minerals specially selected and dosed for pregnant women and the proper development of the fetus1.

According to the recommendations of the WHO (world health organization), we recommend that you combine a course of Pregnatabs Calcium tablets with a course of Omega 3 Forte Belgiophar 1300 mg. 1 capsule of Omega 3 Forte Belgiophar 1300 mg allows you to benefit from the ideal intake of Omega 3 and in particular DHA for your pregnancy.

COMPOSITION:

L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium

Calcium

Vitamin С

Iron

Vitamin B3

Vitamin Е

Vitamin B5

Zinc

Vitamin B6

Vitamin В2

Vitamin В1

Manganese

Biotin

Selenium

Vitamin D3

Vitamin B12

Magnesium

USE:

2 tablets per day.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE:

Food supplements should be used as part of a healthy lifestyle and not used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
Keep out of the reach and sight of young children.
Store in a cool, dry place away from light, out of the fridge.
The effects induced by taking this supplement may vary from one person to another.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be relied upon as such.

DURATION:

You can take Pregnatabs Calcium throughout pregnancy and breastfeeding, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION:

Below we describe the ingredients contained in capsules one by one and give you links to scientific references.

Calcium

Calcium is very important for pregnant women, but unfortunately most food supplements recommended for pregnancy do not contain it.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, calcium requirements are 1000-1200 mg/day. Calcium is important for the proper development of bones and teeth in the fetus. To meet his needs, he draws calcium from his mother's reserves.

It is therefore important to guarantee a sufficient intake of this mineral salt throughout the pregnancy. The planned dose of calcium in Pregnatabs Calcium is the ideal dose taking into account normal nutritional intake (dairy products, bread, other foods, etc.). Calcium is an essential mineral for pregnant women but also for the unborn child. During these nine months, a good intake is therefore doubly necessary. Being the basis for the development of bones and teeth, calcium is very important for your baby. Combined with vitamin D, it binds to the bones and thus promotes the construction of a strong skeleton.

Link to published articles:

(Belgiophar invites you to consult this documentation, which is published and freely accessible, Belgiophar is not the author. All rights on these publications are reserved to their authors. Belgiophar is not responsible for the content published in these articles. Most of these articles have been published in renowned scientific journals, they are all freely accessible to the public).

https://www.mchip.net/sites/default/files/PEE%20Briefer%20-%20French.pdf

https://iris.who.int/bitstream/handle/10665/277235/9789241550451-eng.pdf

https://www.lllfrance.org/vous-informer/fonds-documentaire/dossiers-de-l-allaitement/2266-da-174-osteoporose-associee-a-la-grossesse-et-a-la-lactation-4-cas

https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2307212

https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1471-2458-11-s3-s18

https://nutritionj.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1475-2891-13-116

https://bmcpregnancychildbirth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12884-018-2046-0

https://nyaspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/nyas.14705

Folic acid (folates)

The EFSA (European Food Safety Agency), after in-depth study of scientific publications, has attributed several health claims to folic acid or folates:

1Folate contributes to the growth of maternal tissues during pregnancy,
Folate contributes to the normal synthesis of amino acids,
Folates contribute to normal blood formation,
Folate contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism,
Folate contributes to normal psychological functions,
Folate contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system,
Folates help reduce fatigue,
Folate plays a role in the process of cell division.

Link to published articles:

https://www.anses.fr/fr/content/vitamine-b9-ou-acide-folique

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1213

https://www.who.int/elena/titles/folate_periconceptional/fr/

https://www.health.belgium.be/sites/default/files/uploads/fields/fpshealth_theme_file/19074139/Foliumzuur%20-%20Risk-benefit%20analyse%20%28december%202011%29%20%28HGR%208623%29.pdf

https://www.health.belgium.be/sites/default/files/uploads/fields/fpshealth_theme_file/avis_9515_acide_folique_et_grossesse.pdf

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1760

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/folic-acid

https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/ency/article/002408.htm

https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/spanish/folicacid/about.html

Zinc:

The EFSA (European Food Safety Agency), after in-depth study of scientific publications, has attributed several health claims to Zinc:

Zinc contributes to normal acid-base metabolism,
Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism,
Zinc contributes to normal cognitive function,
Zinc contributes to normal DNA synthesis,
1Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction,
Zinc contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism,
Zinc contributes to the normal metabolism of fatty acids,
Zinc contributes to the normal metabolism of vitamin A,
Zinc contributes to normal protein synthesis,
1Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones,
Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair,
Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal nails,
Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin,
Zinc contributes to maintaining normal testosterone levels in the blood,
Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision,
Zinc contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system,
Zinc helps protect cells against oxidative stress,
1Zinc plays a role in the process of cell division.

Link to published articles:

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1229

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1819

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31305906/

https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zinc_(nutriment)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zinc_deficiency

https://www.voedingscentrum.nl/encyclopedie/zink.aspx

Vitamins:

The EFSA, after studying various clinical trial reports and after published scientific studies, has granted the following claims to the vitamins contained in Pregnatabs Calcium Tablets:

Vitamin B6 and vitamin B12 contribute to normal homocysteine metabolism,
Vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, niacin (vitamin B3), thiamine (vitamin B1) and biotin (vitamin B8 or H) contribute to normal psychological functions,
Vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin D and vitamin B12 contribute to the normal functioning of the immune system,
Vitamin C, pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), vitamin B6, vitamin B12, nia-cin (vitamin B3) and riboflavin (vitamin B2) help reduce fatigue,
1Vitamin D and vitamin B12 play a role in the process of cell division,
Vitamin C, pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), vitamin B6, vitamin B12, nia-cin (vitamin B3), riboflavin (vitamin B2), thiamine (vitamin B1) and biotin (vi- tamin B8 or H) contribute to normal energy metabolism,
Vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, niacin (vitamin B3), riboflavin (vitamin B2), thiamine (vitamin B1) and biotin (vitamin B8 or H) contribute to normal functioning of the nervous system,
Vitamin D contributes to normal muscle function and the maintenance of normal teeth,
1Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones,
Vitamin C contributes to the normal formation of collagen to ensure the normal functioning of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, skin and teeth,
Vitamin C, vitamin E and riboflavin (vitamin B2) help protect cells against oxidative stress,
Vitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E,
Vitamin C increases iron absorption,
Biotin (vitamin B8 or H) contributes to the normal metabolism of macronutrients,
Biotin (vitamin B8 or H) contributes to the maintenance of normal hair,
Niacin (vitamin B3), riboflavin (vitamin B2) and biotin (vitamin B8 or H) contribute to the maintenance of normal skin,
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) contributes to the maintenance of normal vision,
Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) contributes to the normal synthesis and normal metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and certain neurotransmitters,
Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) contributes to normal intellectual performance,
Vitamin B6 contributes to normal cysteine synthesis,
Vitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism,
Vitamin B6 and vitamin B12 contribute to the normal formation of red blood cells,
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) contributes to the maintenance of normal red blood cells,
Vitamin B6 helps regulate hormonal activity,
Vitamin D contributes to the normal absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus,
Vitamin D contributes to normal blood calcium levels,
Niacin (vitamin B3), riboflavin (vitamin B2) and biotin (vitamin B8 or H) contribute to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes,
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) contributes to normal iron metabolism,
Thiamine (vitamin B1) contributes to normal heart function.

Link to published articles:

https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/vitamins/vitamin-C

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1226

https://www.spandidos-publications.com/ijmm/22/4/541

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7037471/pdf/ijms-21-00950.pdf

https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/vitamins/riboflavin

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1222

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1743

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1814

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1224

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1757

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1758

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1759

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1225

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1209

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1728

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1223

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1814

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1756

Iron :

The EFSA (European Food Safety Agency), after in-depth study of scientific publications, has attributed several health claims to iron:

Iron contributes to normal cognitive function,
Iron contributes to normal energy metabolism,
Iron contributes to the normal formation of red blood cells and hemoglobin,
Iron contributes to the normal transport of oxygen in the body,
Iron contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system,
Iron helps reduce fatigue,
1Iron plays a role in the process of cell division.

Link to published articles:

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1215

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1740

Manganese:

The EFSA (European Food Safety Agency), after in-depth study of scientific publications, has attributed several health claims to manganese:

Manganese contributes to normal energy metabolism,
Manganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bones,
Manganese contributes to the normal formation of connective tissues,
Manganese helps protect cells against oxidative stress.

Link to published articles:

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1217

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1808

Selenium:

The EFSA (European Food Safety Agency), after in-depth study of scientific publications, has attributed several health claims to selenium:

Selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis,
Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair,
Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal nails,
Selenium contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system,
1Selenium contributes to normal thyroid function,
Selenium helps protect cells against oxidative stress.

Link to published articles:

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2009.1220

https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1727

Magnesium:

It participates in the metabolism of all our organs. During your pregnancy, you need more magnesium because the baby uses most of your reserves. Thus, a quantity of 480 mg of magnesium per day is recommended, whereas it is only 330 mg normally. Considering the magnesium assimilated naturally in a varied diet, the quantity of magnesium present in Pregnatabs Calcium is amply sufficient.

Link to published articles:

https://www.laboiterose.fr/fr/grossesse/alimentation-grossesse/que-manger-pendant-la-grossesse/tout-savoir-sur-le-magnesium-pendant-la-grossesse#g

https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1471-0528.1988.tb06839.x

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5590399/

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00404-013-2900-2