Health experts say tighter regulations around pregnancy supplements are needed as newer brands replace folic acid — a key nutrient shown to prevent birth defects — with a lesser-studied alternative.

The best prenatal vitamins contain key nutrients for mom and baby, and they’re rigorously tested for safety. Here are our top RD-approved picks, including the ones I’d choose for my next pregnancy.

Allison Herries, RDN, is a registered dietitian for a telehealth company. In her role, she provides nutrition education and counseling to help her clients set and reach their personal health goals.

According to a new review, mothers who take omega-3 fatty acid supplements and probiotics during and after pregnancy might reduce the risk of allergies and eczema in their babies. The review found ...

Folate supports red blood cell production and helps prevent neural tube defects. You can take folic acid any time of ...

There’s no “best” time to take vitamin C supplements. It’s a water-soluble vitamin that you can take at any time, with or without food. But here are some considerations.

'B vitamins, particularly B12, play a role in both energy production and neurological function, so these would be better to take as you start your day,' says Hannah Holzum, RDN, the founder of ...

Also known as inositol, myo-inositol is one of the most common compounds found in these supplements. It has proved useful in ...

According to doctors, prenatals could have some benefits. Here’s what you need to know before you add them to your cart. First, let’s get clear on what a prenatal vitamin is. 'Generally speaking, it ...

Experts discuss the evidence on the benefits of diet supplements. Oct. 12, 2011— -- It's been a tough week for vitamins. Researchers published back-to-back studies this week suggesting that daily ...