Do I need to take extra Folic Acid if I am taking Vitafem?

The NHS recommends 400µg of folate daily. However, if you would like to take 800µg we recommend adding Zita West Folate alongside Zita West Vitafem.

Does this contain my recommended intake of Vitamin B12?

Yes! VItafem provides 20µg per serving.

I’ve noticed my urine has turned yellow since taking Vitafem. Is this normal?

Yes, the high levels of B vitamins in Vitafem can cause some people’s urine to turn yellow. If this happens to you, don’t worry, it’s perfectly natural!

Can I carry on taking Vitafem if I am pregnant?

YES, however, it is better to move on to to the Vital Essence range which has been especially formulated for your body’s changing needs during each trimester of pregnancy.

What is “RDA” and why are so many of the ingredients in Vitafem higher than 100%?

“RDA” is an abbreviation of “Recommended Daily Allowance.” The RDA was devised by the Dept of Health in the UK in 1979 to provide guidance on the intake of a limited number of specific vitamins and minerals that an average adult should have daily in order to avoid a deficiency that may lead to disease or general ill-health. Whereas this was, and remains, a useful benchmark for judging the contribution that any supplement may make to reaching those minimum requirements, it wasn’t intended to represent an indication of optimum intake. You will probably have noticed that many supplements, particularly premium priced ones such as our own, contain daily levels that are frequently many times higher than the RDA, sometimes substantially so. This is because the vitamins and minerals concerned have been set at therapeutic levels in an attempt to boost the body’s store of the nutrients concerned, often for a particular and limited period of time, the need for which can of course vary depending on factors such as general health, age etc. It is universally recognised that pregnancy, and preparing for pregnancy, for example, benefit from special attention to nutrition on the part of both partners. All of the formulations within the Zita West range are well within the Government’s guidelines for what represents the upper safe limit (USL) for long term daily supplementation of any given nutrient.

Can I take Vitafem Boost instead of Vitafem?

NO. We usually recommend that all our clients who are trying to get pregnant consider taking, as a first nutritional step, a good quality multivitamin and mineral supplement, like Vitafem, to help support their everyday diet. Vitafem has been specifically developed to help protect a woman’s daily intake of those micro-nutrients that we believe are the most important for all- round pre-conceptual health. Vitafem Boost has been developed as a companion product to Vitafem for those of our clients who might also benefit from boosting their intake of antioxidants to help further protect their maternal DNA from oxidative stress. Research suggests that oxidative stress may be associated with an increased incidence of sub-fertility, recurrent miscarriage and IVF failure. Which is why we recommend the product specifically for women who are finding it difficult to conceive rather than those who are just about to try. Because it has been designed as a companion product to Vitafem, it does not duplicate many of the important vitamins and minerals that can be found in Vitafem and it isn’t suitable, therefore, as a substitute for it.

Vitafem Premium Women’s Fertility Supplement

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Vitafem is a premium multi-vitamin and multi-mineral women’s fertility supplement specially developed to help support female fertility, redress nutritional imbalances and prepare the body for conception.

It provides a comprehensive mix of nutrients to support female fertility, including 400µg of natural folate / methylfolate (active form of folic acid), as well as vitamins B12, B6, zinc, selenium and more.

It’s a simple and effective way for women to ensure they are getting the essential nutrients they need while preparing for pregnancy.

The product was formulated alongside a leading IVF clinic using the latest research, to deliver a complete multivitamin and mineral supplement.

Vitafem contains Folic Acid in the form of Folate as well as a variety of other important vitamin and minerals that play a role in egg quality and hormonal balance and is specifically designed for use during the preconception stage.

Developed alongside a leading IVF clinic
Highest quality nutrients
For natural and assisted conception
60 capsules - two capsules daily serving
One month supply

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Who is it for?

We believe that taking a prenatal multivitamin everyday for at least three months is one of the most important things you can do to prepare your body for conception, regardless of your age or whether you are trying for a baby naturally or via assisted fertility.

There are many factors which can affect fertility and the length of time it takes to get pregnant. Factors such as stress, poor nutrition, hormonal imbalances and poor egg quality play a role in female fertility. Getting the required amount of nutrients from diet alone can be difficult, which is why a good quality prenatal is recommended.

Vitafem contains 400µg of natural folate (the active form of folic acid) to prevent the risk of neural tube defects. For those looking for 800µg of folate, we recommend adding Zita West Folate alongside. Our folate supplement has been specifically designed to be taken alongside all Zita West supplements.

Ingredients

B-Vitamins

Female Fertility: Assists with the regulation of hormonal activity and supports female hormonal health generally.

Male Fertility: Important for the healthy functioning of the paternal immune system and regulation of hormonal activity. Also involved in the normal metabolism of protein and glycogen, plus some neurotransmitters, as well as the normal formation of red blood cells.

Pregnancy & Post Natal: Important for the normal functioning of the immune system and regulation of a mother’s hormonal activity

Vitamin C

Fertility: Important antioxidant which assists in protecting both partners' DNA from oxidative damage for healthy eggs and sperm. Also critical for the normal function of the immune system and helps with absorption of Iron

Pregnancy: A powerhouse supporting immune health and collagen formation.

Vitamin E

Fertility: Important antioxidant that helps to protect the egg as well as sperm DNA from damage

Pregnancy & Postnatal: Essential for metabolism and the development of the nervous system throughout pregnancy and if breastfeeding

Iron

Fertility: Important for the normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin, normal oxygen transport and the proper functioning of the immune system

Pregnancy: Vital for increasing blood supply to support both you and your baby.

Selenium

Female Fertility: Antioxidant that helps to protect maternal DNA, as well as proteins and lipids from oxidative damage. Also important for the normal functioning of the immune and thyroid systems

Male Fertility: Important for normal sperm production. Also helps protect DNA, and sperm membranes from oxidative damage, as well as supporting male thyroid function, which is very important for fertility

Pregnancy: A powerful antioxidant, especially important to help protect maternal DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage. Also important for the normal functioning of the mother’s immune and thyroid systems

Vitamin D

Female Fertility: Contributes to normal cell division, the normal functioning of the immune system and healthy inflammatory response, which is necessary for the fertilised egg to implant

Male Fertility: Contributes to normal cell division, the normal functioning of the immune system and healthy inflammatory response

Pregnancy: Helps your baby's bones, teeth, kidneys, heart and nervous system to develop

Postnatal: Important to help maintain a healthy inflammatory response and the normal functioning of the immune system

Magnesium

Female Fertility: Important for the synthesis of proteins and maintenance of a healthy maternal metabolism

Pregnancy: Ensuring adequate calcium delivery to support overall development.

CoQ10

CoQ10 is a fat-soluble compound which is important to our overall health as it is present in almost every single cell in our body. Egg cells have many times the concentration of mitochondria (responsible for energy production) as regular cells.

CoQ10 helps produce ATP which is the energy for almost every biological process in our body.

There are two forms of CoQ10 (Ubiquinone and Ubiquinol), Ubiquinone needs to be converted by the body into Ubiquinol before it can be used, whereas Ubiquinol is already active and many times more potent, meaning that optimal levels of CoQ10 can be restored more quickly and efficiently.

Zinc

Female Fertility: Essential for many of the body’s functions, including normal cell division. Also supports normal cognitive function and the normal metabolism of fatty acids. Zinc deficiency is often found in women with fertility problems
and in long-term users of the contraceptive pill

Male Fertility: Very important for male fertility. Needed to make the outer layer and tail of the sperm. Zinc is lost in the semen, so needs to be replenished regularly

Choline

An essential nutrient required by the body to make important compounds necessary for healthy cell membranes

Pregnancy: Supports foetal brain development and function.

Folate

Recommended by the NHS for fertility and pregnancy.

Female Fertility: Important to build stores prior to pregnancy. Needed for the development of red blood cells and DNA production

Male Fertility: Vitally important for the normal functioning of the immune system and for normal cell division

Pregnancy: Known to help prevent spina bifida. Works together with Vitamin B12 to ensure healthy cell-division and normal tissue growth during pregnancy

Postnatal: Promotes the production of new and healthy cells for your body. Supplementation can be valuable as good supplies are hard to get from food alone, especially when breastfeeding

Ingredients:

Brown Rice Powder, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (Vegetable Capsule Shell), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide, N-Acetyl L-Carnitine, L-Choline Bitartrate, Ferrous Fumarate, Zinc Citrate, Coenzyme Q10, Beta Carotene , Lycopene, Vitamin B3 (Nicotinamide),Vitamin E, Vitamin B5, (Calcium D-Pantothenate), Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate, Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Mononitrate), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin D3, Manganese Gluconate, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Disodium Tetraborate (Boron), Copper Gluconate, Vitamin K2 MK7 (Menaquinone-7), Marigold flower (Lutein), Quatrefolic® ((65)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine salt) (Folate), Chromium Picolinate, Sodium Selenite Anhydrous (Selenium), Potassium Iodine, Biotin, Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin).

Allergens: None.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to take extra Folic Acid if I am taking Vitafem?

The NHS recommends 400µg of folate daily. However, if you would like to take 800µg we recommend adding Zita West Folate alongside Zita West Vitafem.
Does this contain my recommended intake of Vitamin B12?

Yes! VItafem provides 20µg per serving.
I’ve noticed my urine has turned yellow since taking Vitafem. Is this normal?

Yes, the high levels of B vitamins in Vitafem can cause some people’s urine to turn yellow. If this happens to you, don’t worry, it’s perfectly natural!
Can I carry on taking Vitafem if I am pregnant?

YES, however, it is better to move on to to the Vital Essence range which has been especially formulated for your body’s changing needs during each trimester of pregnancy.
What is “RDA” and why are so many of the ingredients in Vitafem higher than 100%?

“RDA” is an abbreviation of “Recommended Daily Allowance.” The RDA was devised by the Dept of Health in the UK in 1979 to provide guidance on the intake of a limited number of specific vitamins and minerals that an average adult should have daily in order to avoid a deficiency that may lead to disease or general ill-health. Whereas this was, and remains, a useful benchmark for judging the contribution that any supplement may make to reaching those minimum requirements, it wasn’t intended to represent an indication of optimum intake. You will probably have noticed that many supplements, particularly premium priced ones such as our own, contain daily levels that are frequently many times higher than the RDA, sometimes substantially so. This is because the vitamins and minerals concerned have been set at therapeutic levels in an attempt to boost the body’s store of the nutrients concerned, often for a particular and limited period of time, the need for which can of course vary depending on factors such as general health, age etc. It is universally recognised that pregnancy, and preparing for pregnancy, for example, benefit from special attention to nutrition on the part of both partners. All of the formulations within the Zita West range are well within the Government’s guidelines for what represents the upper safe limit (USL) for long term daily supplementation of any given nutrient.
Can I take Vitafem Boost instead of Vitafem?

NO. We usually recommend that all our clients who are trying to get pregnant consider taking, as a first nutritional step, a good quality multivitamin and mineral supplement, like Vitafem, to help support their everyday diet. Vitafem has been specifically developed to help protect a woman’s daily intake of those micro-nutrients that we believe are the most important for all- round pre-conceptual health. Vitafem Boost has been developed as a companion product to Vitafem for those of our clients who might also benefit from boosting their intake of antioxidants to help further protect their maternal DNA from oxidative stress. Research suggests that oxidative stress may be associated with an increased incidence of sub-fertility, recurrent miscarriage and IVF failure. Which is why we recommend the product specifically for women who are finding it difficult to conceive rather than those who are just about to try. Because it has been designed as a companion product to Vitafem, it does not duplicate many of the important vitamins and minerals that can be found in Vitafem and it isn’t suitable, therefore, as a substitute for it.

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