I just looked at my one a day vitamin contents to check and it says
"This product contains vitamin A. Do not take if you are pregnant, planning to, or likely to become pregnant, or if you are breast-feeding, except on the advice of a doctor or antenatal clinic."
Does this me vitamin A is bad during prenancy... if so, why?
p.s. BTW I am not pregnant... just forward thinking...
2006-12-02 01:36:47 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
http://www.thenutritionreporter.com/A-vitamins.html
This will tell you why... too much may cause birth defects. Folic Acid is really good to take before pregnancy...then the Prenatal vitamins you get will cover the folic acid and other vitamins you need during pregnancy.
Goodluck!
2006-12-02 01:44:59 · answer #1 · answered by m930 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Too much vitamin A can be toxic. It's best to find the right amount of any vitamin (or medication) with your dr when you are pregnant. There are many things that are safe for non-pregnant women that are potentially harmful when you are pregnant. If you are thinking of becoming pregnant in the not-too-distant future, it's a good idea to get a book ahead of time and do some reading. It really can be overwhelming actually, so it's good to start ahead!!
2006-12-02 01:50:08 · answer #2 · answered by rgdet 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vitamin A builds up resistance to infection, essential for good vision,keeps skin and mucous membranes in good condition, necessary for the formation of tooth enamel, hair and fingernails, important for the growth and formation of the Thyroid gland. Vitamin A is found in whole milk, fortified margarine, butter, egg yolk, oily fish, fish liver oils, liver, kidney green and yellow vegetables, carrots - the cooking of carrots releases vitamin A for easy absorption. The above information is listed under the section of Vitamins and minerals required in pregnancy,from New pregnancy and birth book by Dr.Miriam Stoppard. I think this is a fantastic book full of valuable information. I am currently 27weeks pregnant with my 2nd daughter and any questions I have had I have always found the answers in this book. I reckon that there are other ingredient's in you vitamins that may not be advisable to take if your pregnant. If you are trying to conceive tho I would ask my GP or pharmacist about the vitamins and they maybe able to advise you of something different.
Good luck xx
2006-12-02 02:45:33 · answer #3 · answered by SARAH S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Too much Vitamin A is bad for the baby. I was advised by the doctor to eat foods rich in vitamin A in moderation.
If you are planning to become pregnent Folic Acid is what you need to take.
2006-12-02 04:50:53 · answer #4 · answered by FUGAZI 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you dont want to take extra vitamin A when pregnant, unless your doctor decides to dosage is safe.
Its been linked to brain defects and growth defects in the baby. Your body tends to get all that it needs for both of you through the foods you eat.
2006-12-02 01:56:20 · answer #5 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, my prenatal vitamins have Vitamin A in them ( ok I read that article that the girl below me sent and I see now. There is Vitamin A in mine but it says 25% of it is Beta Carotene...) Im sure there is not a large dose of A in them then...
2006-12-02 01:42:54 · answer #6 · answered by Blondi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no too much vitiman has been known to damage unborn babies brain and nervous system cant eat liver either for the same reason.
if you are planning on getting pregnant theres loads more advice on bounty.co.uk
2006-12-02 01:46:37 · answer #7 · answered by shell 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A little amount of vit a can be good but too much can be harmful.
2006-12-04 23:14:35 · answer #8 · answered by bobbi 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
absolutely not its teratogenic!!! it will harm the baby.
it crosses the placenta and causes developmental problems in the foetus.
2006-12-02 01:50:29 · answer #9 · answered by tulip 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, not at all,
also avoid Liver and carrots
2006-12-02 01:48:41 · answer #10 · answered by Hendo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋