The primary downside of iron supplementation is the high rate of side effects, particularly gastrointestinal side effects, including nausea, vomiting, and constipation
Doctors recommend 200 mg of DHA daily during pregnancy to reduce preterm births and support brain and eye development
Folate plays a vital role in supporting your baby's brain and nervous system development
May help with recovery from intense exercise
However, because of hormonal changes, morning sickness, food aversions, and sensitive stomachs, pregnant women have difficulty tolerating iron supplements
Iron's role in neurodegenerative disorders might extend beyond Parkinson's disease, impacting diseases like multiple sclerosis (MS), dementia, chronic headaches, and conditions like leaky gut syndrome