GestaCare Preconceptivo
Preconception and Preparation of Pregnancy
GestaCare Preconceptivo
GestaCare Preconceptivo is indicated for women of childbearing age who wish to become pregnant. It has been specifically developed to guarantee adequate support for good fetal development and the maintenance of proper maternal health.
GestaCare Preconceptivo is a food supplement that optimizes women’s reproductive health and fertility, with bioactive folic acid Quatrefolic®, which helps to reduce the risk of neural tube defects in the unborn child . Folic acid is necessary for the production of new cells in the body and for the body to remain healthy, especially in women who want to become pregnant and in pregnant women.
Therefore, and in line with the main national and international obstetric recommendations, in order to improve and optimize maternal-fetal health, women planning to become pregnant should have an adequate intake of folic acid and other essential micronutrients and maintain it throughout pregnancy and breastfeeding.
The Portuguese Directorate-General for Health recommends supplementing with the appropriate daily dose of folic acid pre-conception, as a well-founded measure to reduce the risk of neural tube defects in the developing fetus. If you wish to become pregnant, it is recommended that you take GestaCare Preconceptivo as early as possible until you achieve the desired pregnancy. It is recommended that you start taking GestaCare Preconceptivo at least two months before stopping your contraceptive method.
Pre-Conception Consultation?
The pre-conception consultation aims to assess the health status of the future mother and take appropriate measures to prepare the pregnancy. Although pre-conceptional care varies according to the specificities of each woman, they are important for all mothers.
Pregnancy planning is a fundamental factor in successful conception. An unplanned pregnancy, with a late start or even lack of prenatal care, and risky behavior in the first weeks of pregnancy, can result in serious consequences for the fetus.
Promoting health in the pre-conception period is a way of contributing to the whole pregnancy process, because many of the factors that negatively affect the future of a pregnancy can be detected, modified or eliminated before the woman becomes pregnant.
See below the GestaCare Preconceptivo, an international reference, developed for pre-conception supplementation according to national and international clinical standards and guidelines.
GestaCare Preconceptivo - What is it?
A preconception supplement designed for women who want to get pregnant.
The only preconception supplement with Quatrefolic (Bioactive Folic Acid) in its composition.
It plays a fundamental role in the pre-conception phase and in the early stages of embryonic life.
Its optimized composition with Zinc, Quatrefolic, Iodine, Vitamin D3 and Vitamin B12 guarantees essential support for fertility and reproduction and the process of cell division in embryonic development.
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Nutritional needs during pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time of great happiness and personal fulfillment, and it is important that it is monitored by specialized health care providers, as there are risks for both the woman and the developing fetus that need to be observed and minimized.
Scientific evidence has shown that health is largely programmed during intrauterine life, so a pregnancy with healthy lifestyle habits that meet all the needs of the pregnant woman will be a great advantage for the mother herself and for the future health of her child.
The pace of contemporary life, the current nutritional quality of food and the external agents to which the pregnant woman is exposed, make this ambitious goal difficult.
The latest scientific evidence supports the use of dietary supplements developed specifically for the needs of pregnant women and which include micronutrients such as Folic Acid (Biologically Active Folate, Quatrefolic®), Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Vitamin D, Omega 3 (DHA) and other essential minerals, trace elements and extracts such as Iron, Magnesium, Iodine and Ginger.
The use of more complete supplementation is a more topical and preferable option to the isolated use of folic acid alone and, of course, concordant with the main study and international reference bodies.
GestaCare Preconceptivo was developed in accordance with the latest international recommendations.
The importance of folic acid in GestaCare Preconceptivo - Quatrefolic®
Quatrefolic® (Vitamin B9, Folic Acid) or Bioactive Folic Ac id is a patented biologically active folate that differs from the synthetic folic acid normally found in other supplements in that it is a final form of folate that the body can immediately use without any need for metabolization, thus guaranteeing the recommended daily dose and preventing a potential build-up of unmetabolized folic acid in the blood.
This new folate plays an essential role in DNA synthesis, cell division and proper fetal growth.
It is also essential for preventing congenital anomalies in the developing fetus and helps the development of the newborn in the first few months of life. This is the most up-to-date and advanced form of folate, which is why taking it is considered essential for all pregnant women throughout the pre-conception, pregnancy and post-natal stages.
Bioavailability and efficacy
Unlike synthetic folic acid, Quatrefolic® is in its active form, which means that it is readily absorbed and used by the body without the need for metabolic conversion.
Quatrefolic® vs isolated folic acid
Choosing to supplement with Quatrefolic® instead of folic acid alone offers a number of significant advantages, including better bioavailability, guaranteed efficacy in people with mutations in the MTHFR gene, immediate absorption and utilization, and reduced risk of accumulation of unmetabolized folic acid. These advantages make Quatrefolic® a superior choice for ensuring adequate folate intake, especially in critical periods such as pre-conception and pregnancy.
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One capsule a day at bedtime.
Quatrefolic®
Quatrefolic® (Vitamin B9, Folic Acid) is a patented, biologically active folic acid that differs from the synthetic folic acid normally found in other supplements in that it is a final form of folate that the body can immediately use without any need for metabolization, thus guaranteeing the recommended daily dose and preventing a potential build-up of unmetabolized folic acid in the blood.
This new folate contributes to the normal metabolism of homocysteine, process of cell division and growth of fetal and maternal tissues during pregnancy.
Zinc
Zinc is an important antioxidant that intervenes in numerous physiological functions, being implicated in normal processes of fertility and reproduction and is still necessary for differentiation and cell division and proper functioning of the immune system.
Vitamin D3
Vitamin D ensures, during pregnancy, the calcium needs of the fetus and later the newborn. Vitamin D is present in preconceptional supplements to ensure proper embryo implantation.
Iodine
Iode contributes to normal energy-producing metabolism and to normal cognitive and central nervous system function.
Vitamin B12
Essential for the healthy development of the fetus’s nervous system and for the adequate production of red blood cells in both mother and baby. It is crucial for cell metabolism and DNA synthesis, supporting fetal growth and helping to prevent complications such as neural tube defects and anemia. Vitamin B12 deficiency during pregnancy can result in increased risks of premature birth, low birth weight and other serious complications, making adequate supplementation fundamental to maternal and fetal health during this critical period.
Dietary supplements should not be used as substitutes for a varied diet. It is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Read the leaflet included in the packaging carefully. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place. Todos os suplementos alimentares comercializados pela LifeWell foram fabricados de acordo com as melhores práticas internacionais de produção e devidamente examinados, validados e autorizados pelas respetivas autoridades de saúde em Portugal.
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