During pregnancy, the use of food supplements for therapeutic purposes is not insignificant and may be dangerous in some cases for the mother as for the unborn child.
This is why a pregnant woman must consult a doctor before resorting to dietary supplements
If the pregnancy is a temporary natural state and not a disease, it is still a period that may present some inconvenience: nausea, constipation, headaches, heavy legs, etc. However, self-medication is absolutely forbidden, whether by drugs usually used or by food supplements.
To avoid accidents, it is essential to consult a doctor before taking any food supplement. Indeed, dietary supplements are not safe for the fetus. For example, certain dietary supplements to promote digestion contain plants that have stimulating properties on the muscles of the uterus and are likely to trigger miscarriage.
The same precautions are necessary during breastfeeding. Indeed, we must not forget that all substances absorbed by the mother are likely to pass into breast milk and have an effect on the newborn
Find a selection of Pregnancy Food Supplements in your online pharmacy bio. For more information, do not hesitate to ask your pharmacist for advice .