VITAMIN B
The B vitamins play a very important role in the formation and proper functioning of red blood cells. They also contribute to the proper functioning of the nervous system, energy production in cells, and the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.
BENEFITS FOR FERTILITY
- *Vitamin B6 and B12 help reduce homocysteine levels, preventing recurrent miscarriages.
- Studies show that high levels of vitamin B are associated with better quality embryos.
- Vitamin B6 contributes to the luteal phase of the ovulation cycle.
- Improves premenstrual symptoms.
BENEFITS FOR PREGNANCY
- Vitamin B1 plays an important role in the baby's brain development.
- Vitamin B3 is essential for your baby's brain development, keeps the nervous system, mucous membranes, and skin healthy. It improves digestion, relieves nausea, and can alleviate painful migraines for the mother.
- Vitamin B5 helps metabolize fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. It prevents muscle cramps related to pregnancy and aids in the release of stress-relieving hormones.
- Vitamin B6 helps prevent low birth weight and is essential for the development of your baby's brain and nervous system. It helps maintain healthy blood glucose levels and can help with morning sickness.
- Vitamin B7 or Biotin helps prevent hair loss, brittle nails, and is essential for embryonic growth during pregnancy.
- Vitamin B12 is essential for the formation of the baby's neural tube, and the development of the brain and spinal cord. Along with folate (B9), it works to produce DNA synthesis and red blood cells. It aids in the development and function of the brain and nerves. In the mother, it helps improve energy levels, mood, and reduce stress by aiding in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. It promotes the central nervous system and neurological functions by regulating the synthesis of myelin and fatty acids.
STUDIES
- Effect of B vitamins and genetics on the success of in-vitro fertilization: prospective cohort study
- Longitudinal study of the effect of pregnancy on maternal and fetal cobalamin status in healthy women and their offspring.
- Use of multivitamins, intake of B vitamins and risk of ovulatory infertility
- MTHFR C677T polymorphism, folate, vitamin B12 and homocysteine in recurrent pregnancy losses: a case-control study among North Indian women.
- A combination protocol of vitamin D, prednisone, aspirin, and vitamin B-folate complex improves ongoing pregnancy rates in patients with recurrent pregnancy loss or multiple failed euploid single embryo transfer cycles.
- Dietary B vitamin intake and the incidence of premenstrual syndrome