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Optimal Prenatal MF
- High-strength, methyl-free prenatal
- Supports healthy immune, spine, and brain development
- Free of methylated B vitamins, choline, betaine, and inositol (methyl donors)
Do you get side effects from methylated nutrients?
Some people experience nervousness, headaches, or rapid heartbeat when they take nutrients like methylcobalamin and methylfolate.
Yet, these active forms of vitamin B12 and folate are required for a healthy and successful pregnancy. For women who are considered higher-risk, bioavailable and well-tolerated sources of B12 and folate are absolutely critical.†
Optimal Prenatal MF is the first non-methylated prenatal vitamin of its kind. This unique formula provides high-strength nutrition minus the methyl donors.†
If you relate to one or more of the following, then Optimal Prenatal MF may be exactly what you’re looking for: †
If a number of those resonated with you, then Optimal Prenatal MF is something that you should seriously consider.†
If none of the statements above relate to your current life situation, then Optimal Prenatal MF is most likely not something you need right now.
Most high-strength prenatals on the market contain methylated nutrients. If you’re sensitive to methyl groups, you may have thought you have no options...until now.†
Dr. Ben Lynch designed Optimal Prenatal MF as a solution for women needing potent prenatal care, but are sensitive to methyl donors.†
(Wondering if you’re sensitive to methylated nutrients? This article will help you determine if you need methyl-free supplements.)
Optimal Prenatal MF includes non-methylated forms of folate and B12. These methyl-free forms take a few additional enzyme steps before they become methyl donors. This slower delivery may provide relief and comfort for women sensitive to methylated nutrients.†
Optimal Prenatal MF contains the key nutrients you need for a healthy pregnancy in bioavailable forms, including non-methylated B12 and folate.†
This nutrient-dense prenatal multivitamin is free of:
Like methylfolate and methylcobalamin, folinic acid (folate) and adenosylcobalamin (B12) provide potent, bioavailable prenatal nutrition. These non-methylated forms may be a better option for those who are sensitive to methyl donors.†
Optimal Prenatal MF provides crucial support in the following areas of fetal development:†
Folic acid is never included in any Seeking Health prenatals or dietary supplements. This artificial version of folate is not well utilized by the body. In fact, it can even contribute to folate deficiency!†
This prenatal vitamin does not include iron. Some women do not process iron well or do not need iron supplementation. This makes it easy to customize your dosage by supplementing separately with a gentle form of iron. All our Seeking Health prenatal vitamins are gluten-free.†
Dr. Lynch recommends starting prenatals for several months before trying to conceive. Optimal Prenatal MF can be taken before, during, and after pregnancy to support:†
Optimal Prenatal MF features well-absorbed, chelated minerals and bioavailable vitamins to nourish both of you through this nine-month journey.†
Pregnancy is hard enough. You shouldn’t struggle with side effects related to your prenatal. Now, you can provide your body and baby with bioavailable nutrition...without the headache of methyl donors!†
I just have to write a review after consistently using Seeking Health prenatals for about 2 years now. I am so thankful that Dr. Lynch cares so much about these products. This is my first pregnancy, and overall I feel incredible. I fully believe these prenatals have greatly contributed. Time and time again I see them recommended by various naturopaths, chiropractors, functional medicine doctors, etc. That’s a great feeling! I’m a forever customer! ~Braden
A balanced diet coupled with a high-quality prenatal vitamin can go a long way to promote a healthy pregnancy. Yet most prenatal vitamins on the market contain methylated ingredients like methylfolate...until now.†
Optimal Prenatal Methyl-Free is formulated to be free from methylfolate and methylcobalamin. This does not mean it goes without these two essential B vitamins! This product contains non-methylated folate in the form of folinic acid (calcium folinate). It also has non-methylated vitamin B12 in two active forms, hydroxocobalamin and adenosylcobalamin.†
Your body converts these non-methylated forms into the forms required for methylation. For example, folinic acid undergoes three enzymatic steps before it is transformed into 5-MTHF (methylfolate). Adenosylcobalamin and hydroxocobalamin are both readily metabolized into cobalamin. The body uses this cobalamin to make methylcobalamin that is needed for methylation.†
The additional enzyme steps slow the delivery of methylated nutrients to your system. This can significantly reduce or eliminate side effects in those sensitive to methyl groups.†
Even though it does not have a methyl group, folinic acid can still act as a building block for the MTHFR enzyme to make methylfolate. Those with MTHFR genetic mutations can still benefit from this non-methylated form.†
Adenosylcobalamin (Adeno B12) assists with energy production in the mitochondria. It does this by acting as a coenzyme that assists in converting cholesterol, other fatty acids, and branched-chain amino acids into ATP. Hydroxocobalamin (Hydroxo B12) helps maintain healthy levels of nitric oxide and cyanide to aid in the normal detoxification of these potential harmful compounds.†
These methyl-free forms provide bioavailable and naturally occurring forms of folate and B12 that effectively support methylation. With true, sufficient folate and B12 support healthy fetal development and expression of genetics via methylation.†
Say goodbye to the side effects of methyl groups and hello to Optimal Prenatal Methyl-Free!†
Serving Size: 6 Capsules
Servings Per Container: 30
AMT | %DV | |
---|---|---|
Vitamin A (as beta-carotene and retinyl palmitate) | 1,500 mcg RAE | 115% |
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 350 mg | 292% |
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) | 100 mcg (4,000 IU) | 667% |
Vitamin E (as Novatol® d-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate) | 130 mg | 684% |
Thiamin (as thiamine hydrochloride) | 5 mg | 357% |
Riboflavin (as riboflavin 5'-phosphate sodium) | 10 mg | 625% |
Niacin (as niacinamide) | 25 mg NE | 139% |
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxal 5'-phosphate and pyridoxine hydrochloride) | 20 mg | 1,000% |
Folate (as calcium folinate) | 1,360 mcg DFE (800 mcg) | 227% |
Vitamin B12 (as hydroxocobalmin and adenosylcobalamin) | 150 mcg | 5,357% |
Biotin | 500 mcg | 1,429% |
Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) | 150 mg | 2,143% |
Calcium (as Di-Calcium Malate)(Albion®️) | 400 mg | 31% |
Iodine (potassium iodide) | 250 mcg | 86% |
Magnesium (as Di-Magnesium Malate)(Albion®️) | 250 mg | 63% |
Zinc (as Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate)(Albion®️) | 20 mg | 154% |
Selenium (as SelenoExcell® High Selenium Yeast) | 200 mcg | 286% |
Copper (as Copper Bisglycinate Chelate) (Albion®️) | 0.75 mg | 58% |
Manganese (as Manganese Bisglycinate Chelate) (Albion®️) | 5 mg | 192% |
Chromium (as Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate) (Albion®️) | 120 mcg | 267% |
Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Glycinate Chelate) (Albion®️) | 100 mcg | 200% |
Potassium (as Potassium Glycinate Complex) (Albion®️) | 99 mg | 2% |
Ginger Extract (Zingiber officinale)(rhizome)(Ginfort®️) | 100 mg | ** |
Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum)(seeds)(80% silymarin) | 75 mg | ** |
Coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone) | 50 mg | ** |
Taurine | 50 mg | ** |
Mixed Tocopherols | 45 mg | ** |
LifePQQ TM(pyrroloquinoline disodium salt) | 10 mg | ** |
Lutein (from marigold extract)(Tagetes erecta)(flowers)(Lutemax®️) | 5 mg | ** |
Zeaxanthin (from marigold extract)(Tagetes erecta)(flowers) | 5 mg | ** |
Boron (as Bororganic Glycine) (Albion®️) | 1 mg | ** |
Vitamin K2 (as menaquinone-7) | 100 mcg | ** |
**Daily Value (DV) not established. |
Other Ingredients: Vegetarian capsule (hypromellose and water), ascorbyl palmitate, silica, and L-Leucine.
Novatol® is a registered trademark of Archer-Daniels-Midland Company.
Albion®️ is a registered trademarks of Balchem Corporation
Quatrefolic® is a registered trademark of Gnosis S.p.A. Produced under US patent 7,947,662.
SelenoExcell® is a registered trademark of Cypress Systems, Inc.
Ginfort® is a trademark of Olene Life Sciences Private Limited. Dolcas Biotech, LLC is the exclusive licensee of Ginfort®.
Lutemax 2020 is a trademark of OmniActive Health Technologies Ltd.
Free Of: Dairy, Eggs, Fish, Gluten, GMO, Peanuts, Sesame, Shellfish, Soy, Tree Nuts, Wheat, Artificial Colors, and Artificial Flavors
As needed, take 6 capsules daily in divided servings with breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. Supports healthy fertility, pregnancy, postpartum recovery and breastfeeding.† Do not take within 5 hours of bedtime as it may interfere with sleep. Use as directed by your healthcare professional.
Consult with your healthcare practitioner prior to use. Do not use if inner tamper seal is damaged.
Ingredients | Purpose† |
Vitamin A (beta-carotene, retinyl palmitate) | Supports healthy vision, mucus membranes, and immune system function |
Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) and Vitamin K2 (menaquinone-7) | Support healthy calcium utilization, circulation, immune system function, and bone health |
Vitamin E (Novatol® d-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate) and Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | Support overall antioxidant levels and a healthy response to oxidative stress |
Thiamin (thiamine hydrochloride), Riboflavin (riboflavin 5’-phosphate sodium and riboflavin), Niacin (niacinamide), Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5’-phosphate and pyridoxine hydrochloride), Biotin, Folate (as folinic acid (calcium folinate)), Vitamin B12 (hydroxocobalamin and adenosylcobalamin), Pantothenic Acid (d-calcium pantothenate) | Support healthy methylation processes, energy production, and genetic development |
Iodine (potassium iodide), Zinc (Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate), Selenium (SelenoExcell® High Selenium Yeast), Manganese (Manganese Bisglycinate Chelate), Molybdenum (Molybdenum Glycinate Chelate), Potassium (Potassium Glycinate Complex), Magnesium (DiMagnesium Malate), Calcium (DiCalcium Malate), Copper (Copper Bisglycinate Chelate), Boron (Bororganic Glycine) | Essential trace minerals support overall growth and development |
Chromium (Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate) | Supports healthy metabolism |
Mixed Tocopherols | Provides antioxidant support |
Lutein and Zeaxanthin (Tagetes erecta) | Support eye health and development; Provide antioxidant support |
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) | Supports stomach comfort |
Raspberry leaf | Used historically to support uterine strength and comfort during labor |
L-Carnosine | Supports healthy brain function |
Milk Thistle Extract | Supports healthy glutathione production and liver health |
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10, ubidecarenone) | Supports healthy heart and cellular stress response |
Taurine | Supports healthy brain, metabolism, hydration, and liver |
Optimal Prenatal Methyl-Free is suitable for vegetarians. The vitamin D is derived from sheep’s wool, making Optimal Prenatal Methyl-Free unsuitable for some vegans. This vitamin D, however, is derived from wool that is sheared from live healthy sheep, so no animals are harmed in the process.
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