Probiotic, Omega 3 & Vitamin Supplement | Recommended Intake (Women 19 years +): One serrated strip, containing one capsule and one soft-gel. | Size: 28 serrated strips (1 capsule & 1 soft-gel each) | Category: pharmax, Probiotics, Women's Health | Product Code: PH-PB30-28 | | Discussion on supporting pediatric nutrition and intestinal health: Build the best possible start to life - Nutritional and intestinal health support for pregnant women Product Overview: Complete! Includes the 4 major foundations of nutrition that researchers agree are required to be supplemented on a daily basis: vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, clinically proven human-sourced probiotics and omega-3 essential fatty acids. Versatile! Great for maintenance and therapeutic regimes Convenient & patient-friendly! 28 easy-to-use portable strips enhance compliance Cost effective! Key supplementation in one product HLC Maternity + Pro includes: Clinically proven human-sourced probiotic strains: Healthy intestinal bacteria are just as important to infants as to adults. Modern living may inhibit gut flora balance post birth. Thus the acquisition of a beneficial flora potential in the newborn can be significantly enhanced if the mother also takes a probiotic during pregnancy. Additionally, probiotics will help support the intestinal function of the mother during the pregnancy period. Intestinal support with proprietary strains: Utilizes human sourced, non-pathogenic proprietary strains that provide strong epithelial adherence and a naturally high tolerance to stomach acid Probiotics temporarily modify gut flora(1) Supports pregnant women: Unique consortium of proprietary strains Specialized manufacturing: Helps maintain probiotic stability in combination with these various nutrients and allows for ambient temperature (59-86ºF) storage and a 2 year shelf-life without compromising product stability while still meeting or exceeding label claims PLUS more than 20 essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants Contains vitamins, antioxidants and minerals! Musculoskeletal support: Vitamin C, manganese, calcium, magnesium, vitamin D and vitamin K1 help in the development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth and gums(2) Magnesium helps to maintain proper muscle function(3) Tissue support: Vitamin C, zinc and magnesium help in connective tissue formation(4) Copper helps to produce and repair connective tissue(5) Riboflavin, vitamin B6 and pantothenic acid help in tissue formation(6) Vitamin C helps in wound healing(7) Zinc helps to maintain healthy skin(8) Cell support: Folic acid, vitamin B12, iron, copper help to form red blood cells and help in their proper function(9) Iodine helps in the function of the thyroid gland(10) Additional support: Folic acid helps to reduce the risk of neural tube defects when taken daily prior to becoming pregnant and during early pregnancy(11) Vitamin C, thiamine, riboflavin, niacinamide, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, biotin, pantothenic acid, zinc, manganese, chromium, molybdenum and magnesium help the body to metabolize fats and proteins(12) Zinc helps to maintain immune function(13) Chromium provides support for healthy glucose metabolism(14) N-Acetyl-L-cysteine supports the synthesis of glutathione (GSH) PLUS high DHA omega-3 fatty acids: Each softgel contains 200 mg of DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) plus other additional nutrients. Cerebral support: Helps support the development of the brain, eyes and nerves in children up to 12 years of age(15) Helps support cognitive health and/or brain function(16) Additional nutrient support: Beta carotene helps in development and maintenance of bones and teeth, development and maintenance of night vision, and maintaining eyesight, skin, membranes and immune function(17) Vitamin E is an antioxidant for the maintenance of good health(18) References: 1. NHPD. Live Microorganisms (Probiotics) Monograph. June 2012. 2-14: NHPD. Multi-Vitamin/Mineral Supplement Monograph. October 2007. 15-16: NHPD. Fish Oil Monograph. July 2012. 17-18: NHPD. Multi-Vitamin/Mineral Supplement Monograph. October 2007. Suggested Usage (Children 1-5): In a glass, add water or milk to one scoop of HLC toddler + pro and mix. Take once daily with a meal, at least 2-3 hours before or after taking antibiotics, or as professionally directed. Risk Information: If you have an immune compromised condition, do not use. If you are taking blood thinners; or if you are experiencing nausea, fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhea or severe abdominal pain, consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use. If symptoms of digestive upset occur, worsen, or persist beyond three days, discontinue use and consult your healthcare practitioner. Keep out of reach of children. Storage: Safety-sealed for your protection and for product freshness. Do not use if inner seal is missing or broken. Store in a cool, dry place. References: 1. NHPD. Live Microorganisms (Probiotics) Monograph. June 2012. 2-14: NHPD. Multi-Vitamin/Mineral Supplement Monograph. October 2007. 15-16: NHPD. Fish Oil Monograph. July 2012. 17-18: NHPD. Multi-Vitamin/Mineral Supplement Monograph. October 2007. |