Smart supplements for new moms

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Smart supplements for new moms |
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New-mom need |
Supplement |
How it helps |
Standard daily dose |
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Energy lift |
Hematinic formula |
Rebuilds hemoglobin lost in delivery; encourages mitochondrial function. |
1,000 mcg folic acid, 18 mg iron, 25 mg B6, 1,000 mcg B12, and 500 mg vitamin C |
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Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) |
Boosts adrenal function; supports the immune system; eases stress. Safe to take while breast-feeding. |
200—400 mg of standardized extract |
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Immunity boost |
Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) |
Enhances infection resistance. |
2 grams |
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Chlorella |
Stimulates the immune system; contains enzymes that support digestion. |
2 grams |
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Mood support |
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) |
Staves off postpartum depression by replenishing essential fatty acids. |
1,000 mg |
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Rhodiola |
Has antidepressant properties. |
200—400 mg of standardized extract |
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Source: Robert Rountree, MD, co-author of The New Breastfeeding Diet Plan (McGraw-Hill, 2006). |
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