Question:
Are prenatel vitamins better than regular vitamins?

   — Elizabeth C. (posted on April 7, 2003)

April 7, 2003
I was told to take prenatal vites by my surgeon. I take two a day.
   — TP

April 7, 2003
My surgeon is now prescribing prenatals to his post-ops.
   — Carol S.

April 7, 2003
The prenatal vitamins are better mainly because they are higher in iron and folic acid, which we need more of. Find out what your doctor requires as far as iron and others, not all prenatal vitamins are the same. I go to a vitamin store for mine, they seem to be better quality than the grocery stores, or discount store. Good luck
   — Sandy H.

April 7, 2003
Surgeons are different but mine said... "you might as well drop prenatal vitamins in the toilet, just like any other vitamin that is not chelated". It will not be absorbed without being chelated. But some surgeons prescribe 2 Fred Flintstones too. I am not taking chances. Chelated vitamins are all I take. They are absobed tremendously better even on people who haven't had a bypass. Just my two cents.
   — Phiddy B.

April 7, 2003
My PCP prescribed Nutrinate chewables. They taste pretty good & my bloodwork has come back fine...
   — jengrz