When should I take Blackmores

When should I take Blackmores?

Introduction

Blackmores is Australia’s leading health supplement company. They provide a variety of vitamins and minerals supplement which is widely available in Malaysia’s market. Vitamins and minerals are essential for the functioning and health of the human body. They can only be taken through diet while supplement provides an ample amount in a convenient way. In this article, we will look at when you should take Blackmores as an essential supplement.

When should I take Blackmores

When should you take Blackmores?

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Blackmores Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Gold is a perfect supplement to be taken before conceiving and throughout the pregnancy. It contains most of the important nutrients that are needed for the development of your baby and well-being of pregnant mothers.

Below are the important nutrients contained in Blackmores Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Gold:

  • Folic acid
    • Women of childbearing potential are recommended to take folic acid one month before conceiving and first three months during pregnancy.
    • Folic acid requirement of the body is increased during pregnancy. It is needed for the production of red blood cells which carry oxygen around our body. Apart from that, it is an important material for synthesis of genetic material in the baby. A deficiency might lead to poor development of the neurological system of the baby leading to conditions such as spina bifida (incomplete closure of the spine) and anencephaly (baby born without part of the brain).
  • Iodine
    • Iodine is required for production of thyroid hormone in the fetus. It is a hormone essential for healthy brain development in the fetal.
  • Iron
    • Iron is an important ingredient for the development of red blood cells.

Muscle cramps, tension and stiffness

Muscle cramps, tension and stiffness are common problems which might bother you everyday. However, it might happen due to a lack of certain minerals and vitamins in our diet. Blackmores Bio Magnesium contains magnesium, vitamins B6 and D which might help in your condition.

Magnesium aids in nerve connection and muscle contraction. Deficiency of Magnesium might precipitate your muscle cramp.  Vitamin B6 creates amino acid, a component from the breakdown of protein which helps in rebuilding our muscles while vitamin D helps in absorption of calcium for bone health.

Cold and flu

Each adult might catch 2-4 colds in a year. Research has shown that regular intake of Vitamin C can reduce the cold severity and duration. Vitamin C is involved in strengthening our immune system during an infection. Blackmore Bio C contains 1000mg of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) in each tablet which is to be taken once a day.

Premenstrual syndrome

Premenstrual symptoms are a combination of physical and psychological symptoms which a female might experience prior to menstruation. Examples of symptoms are mood swings, tiredness, headache, greasy hair, cramps and bloatedness. Blackmore proceive care might help to maintain a regular hormone level which reduces the premenstrual syndrome. It also helps in maintaining a regular period.

Daily for maintenance of health

Vitamins and minerals are important for your body to work and to keep you healthy. A varied and balanced diet may provide you with the daily requirement of them. You may also take one tablet of Blackmore Multivitamin and Mineral everyday to get your basic nutritional needs covered.

Conclusion

A varied and balanced diet is sufficient to provide all the nutrients which your body needs. Dietary supplements are products to augment the vitamin and mineral intake for your body, especially when your diet is lacking or when you are having a certain medical condition that might lead to deficiency of the intake. Do consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information on dietary supplements.