What vitamins needed during pregnancy

 Folic acid, or vitamin B9, is responsible for the full development of the fetus in utero. Insufficient intake of folic acid leads to defects in development of the nervous system. Baby can be born with hydrocephalus or anencephaly. Due to a lack of vitamin B9 may be a cleft lip and palate. To avoid this, it is rational for the three months prior to pregnancy planning to visit a doctor and get a recommendation for additional folic acid intake. A pregnant woman should enrich your diet mandarin, lemon, peas, beans, asparagus, fresh herbs, mushrooms, meat, fish and cereals. These products contain plant analogue of folic acid - folate.

Pyridoxine or vitamin B6, a pregnant woman needs to eliminate the symptoms of toxicity, prevent anemia, normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Large amounts of vitamin found in meat, fish, eggs, grains, nuts, cabbage, spinach, potatoes, citrus fruits, strawberries.

Vitamin E is necessary for full production of sex hormones that help maintain a normal pregnancy and nurturing the baby. Lack of vitamin E leads to miscarriage and premature birth. The largest amount of vitamin found in wheat germ and vegetable oils.

Cyanocobalamin or vitamin B12 is responsible for blood formation, provides full growth and development of the baby. Lack of vitamin causes anemia. The largest number of cyanocobalamin is found in meat, milk, cheese, seafood.

Vitamin C boosts immunity, improves the absorption of most nutrients, strengthens blood vessels. It is especially important to fill the lack of vitamin C in the first trimester of pregnancy. A woman should eat currant, rose, green onions, citrus.

For the full development of the baby is also required: calciferol, biotin, vitamin K.

Beta-carotene, retinol or vitamin A helps to form a complete placenta, contributes to the reproduction of erythrocytes. Do not forget that too much vitamin A can cause birth defects. So take it further only on doctor's advice, for that matter, any other vitamins and minerals.

Zinc, iodine, calcium, iron must be ingested pregnant women at double the rate. Compensate for the lack of trace elements can be taking vitamin and mineral supplements.