Vitafol Fe+
Exeltis USA
Overview
Vitafol Fe+ offers a highly effective blend of nutrients critical for prenatal health, particularly its significant iron dosage and comprehensive folate forms. The inclusion of Vitamin C supports iron absorption, and DHA is vital for fetal development. However, some ingredients are dosed much higher than the RDA, necessitating medical oversight.
The Good
High-dose Iron effectively addresses and prevents deficiency during pregnancy.
Dual-form Folate (Folic Acid and L-Methylfolate Calcium) supports neural tube development and benefits those with MTHFR polymorphisms.
Contains DHA for crucial fetal brain and eye development.
The Bad
Very high iron concentration (90mg) necessitates medical supervision to avoid toxicity and side effects.
High doses of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E) require caution and potential blood level monitoring due to accumulation risk.
Presence of synthetic dyes (FD&C Red #40, FD&C Blue #1) may be undesirable for some consumers.
Is it for you?
Best For: Women of childbearing age, pregnant women, lactating women, individuals with iron deficiency.
Skip If: You are not iron deficient, have hemochromatosis, or other conditions where iron supplementation is contraindicated.
Ingredients Analysis
Vitamin A
1100 IUVitamin C
60 mgVitamin D
1000 IUVitamin E
20 IUThiamine
1.6 mgRiboflavin
1.8 mgNiacin
15 mgVitamin B6
2.5 mgFolate
1 mgFolic Acid
0.4 mgL-Methylfolate Calcium
0.6 mgVitamin B12
25 mcgIron
90 mgIodine
150 mcgMagnesium
20 mgZinc
25 mgCopper
2 mgAlgal Oil Blend
415 mgDocosahexaenoic Acid
200 mgHow to Use
Take one capsule daily, or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Daily
Anytime
With food