A trio of supplements that promote reproductive health in women*
Thorne’s Fertility Bundle contains Basic Prenatal, Omega Plus, and 5-MTHF (1 mg) to promote fertility in women.*
Fertility Bundle
Nutritional health and diet play a key role in a woman’s fertility. Nutritional supplements can help cover gaps in the diet and ensure the body receives the vitamins and minerals that are crucial to promoting fertility.*
Thorne’s Basic Prenatal is a daily multi-vitamin/mineral supplement for women. It’s designed to be gentle and effective for women trying to conceive or who are pregnant or lactating.* Among the various nutrients essential for a healthy pregnancy, the importance of iodine has recently been recognized. Iodine is believed to support a healthy fetus and infant development,* and new recommendations from the American Thyroid Association and the Council for Responsible Nutrition have recommended that women take a prenatal multi-vitamin/mineral supplement that provides 150 mcg of iodine daily (the amount in a daily serving of Basic Prenatal), in addition to eating iodine-rich foods. Sufficient iodine is also essential for healthy thyroid function, which is important for optimal fertility.* A sluggish thyroid can be one cause of fertility problems.
Basic Prenatal contains the active form of folate (5-MTHF). Folate intake is especially important when trying to conceive and during early pregnancy, since its biggest need is during the first trimester – when a woman might not even know she is pregnant.
Omega Plus provides a balanced ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids. The body requires raw materials to build, repair, and grow, and these raw materials typically come from a balanced diet. If a diet lacks necessary nutrients, then it won’t have the resources it needs to maintain good health, let alone conceive and grow a child. Omega-3s are also essential for healthy fetal development.* Omega Plus provides a balanced ratio of fatty acids that support heart, brain, skin, respiration, and bone health.*
5-MTHF 1 mg is an active, tissue-ready form of folate.* Folic acid intake is especially important in fertility health, because three out of five U.S. adults have a genetic makeup that makes it difficult to convert folic acid into active 5-MTHF.* Studies have shown that the inability or difficulty to convert folic acid can adversely affect both fertility and pregnancy outcome.
In one recent clinical study, 30 couples who had a history of fertility problems for at least four years (at least one of the partners had the genetic mutation that affects folate metabolism) were asked to take 800 mcg daily of a 5-MTHF supplement for four months prior to trying to conceive. The study found that of the 30 couples, only three failed to conceive.*
Basic Prenatal: Take 3 capsules daily.
Omega Plus: Take 1 gelcap two to three times daily.
5-MTHF 1 mg: Take 1 capsule twice daily.
5-MTHF
Key Ingredients:
Ingredient Amounts:
Name | Amount |
---|---|
Folate (L-5-MTHF) | 1.7mg DFE |
Other Ingredients: Hypromellose Capsule, Leucine, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide |
OMEGA PLUS
Key Ingredients:
Ingredient Amounts:
Name | Amount |
---|---|
DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 200mg |
EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) | 300mg |
Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) | 40mg |
Other Ingredients: Gelatin (Bovine), Purified Water and Glycerin (Vegetable Source) Gel Cap, Mixed Tocopherols |
BASIC PRENATAL
Key Ingredients:
Ingredient Amounts:
Name | Amount |
---|---|
Biotin |
50mcg |
Boron (Glycinate Complex) | 1mg |
Calcium (Citrate) | 90mg |
Calcium (Malate) | 90mg |
Chromium (Nicotinate Glycinate) | 100mcg |
Copper (Bisglycinate) | 2mg |
Folate (L-5-MTHF) | 1.7mg DFE |
Iodine (Potassium Iodide) | 150mcg |
Iron (Bisglycinate) | 45mg |
Magnesium (Citrate) | 45mg |
Magnesium (Malate) | 45mg |
Manganese (Bisglycinate) | 5mg |
Selenium (Selenomethionine) | 50mcg |
Vitamin A (Beta carotene) | 450mcg |
Vitamin A (Palmitate) | 600mcg |
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 5mg |
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) | 200mcg |
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate Sodium) | 5mg |
Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) | 30mg |
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) | 18mg |
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate) | 12mg |
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 150mg |
Vitamin D3 | 25mcg |
Vitamin E (d-Alpha-Tocopheryl) | 33.5mg |
Vitamin K1 | 100mcg |
Zinc (Bisglycinate) | 25mg |
Other Ingredients: Calcium Laurate, Hypromellose Capsule |
5-MTHF
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
PREGNANCY WARNING
If pregnant, consult your health professional before using this product.
INTERACTIONS/CONTRAINDICATIONS
5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF) supplementation is not recommended concurrent with methotrexate cancer therapy, as it can interfere with methotrexate's anti-neoplastic activity; however, this folate source has not been shown to interfere with the anti-inflammatory activity of methotrexate. An individual taking methotrexate for psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis can safely take a supplement containing folate.
OMEGA PLUS
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
PREGNANCY WARNING
If pregnant, consult your health professional before using this product.
INTERACTIONS/CONTRAINDICATIONS
There are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date.
BASIC PRENATAL
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
PREGNANCY WARNING
If pregnant, consult your health professional before using this product.
INTERACTIONS/CONTRAINDICATIONS
As vitamin K interferes with the effect of anticoagulant drugs (like Coumadin), the concurrent use of these agents should be avoided.
5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF) supplementation is not recommended concurrent with methotrexate cancer therapy, as it can interfere with methotrexate's anti-neoplastic activity; however, this folate source has not been shown to interfere with the anti-inflammatory activity of methotrexate. An individual taking methotrexate for psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis can safely take a supplement containing folate.
