There’s a lot to be said for men taking certain vitamin and mineral supplements while they are trying to conceive. Generally, with most couples, the female partner will start taking some form of prenatal multivitamin formula (like Elevit or Blackmores Pregnancy & Breastfeeding etc) or at the least a folate supplement (like Fabfol), as soon [...]

Know your food groups and where to derive your best source of nutrients. A good diet comprises carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and water. Within these food groups are various vitamins and minerals that are essential for wellbeing.

The importance of Folic Acid. This B group vitamin is vitally important in preconception and during the first three months of pregnancy. Widely acknowledged to be beneficial in your baby’s development, it is advisable to start taking this supplement as soon as you are planning a pregnancy or become pregnant.

A discussion on the importance of Zinc. Zinc is one of the most essential micro-minerals yet deficiency in both men and women is common. Despite its involvement in more than 200 enzyme systems in the body, its nutritional importance is often overlooked.

Essential vitamins and minerals for preconception