Vitamin B9 (better known as folic acid) plays multiple roles in the body, particularly during the perinatal period. It is involved in all processes of cell growth and division. Vitamin B9 contributes to the growth of maternal tissues during pregnancy. Folic acid supplementation increases the mother's folate status. A low folate status in the mother is a risk factor for neural tube defects in the developing fetus. [1,2]

Vitamin B9 can include: [3]

• folates, the natural form of vitamin B9, which are naturally present in foods,
• folic acid, of synthetic origin found in some dietary supplements, but which is not properly absorbed by all women.

Many women are deficient in vitamin B9 without knowing it. Health authorities (ANSES) recommend supplementing with vitamin B9, at a dose of 400 µg/day (amount present in Pregnancy Multivitamin) from the time of conception and during the first three months of pregnancy.

At Boome, we have chosen to combine two forms of vitamin B9: natural folates from lemon extract and a patented and methylated form, 5-MTHF Quatrefolic®. This unique and hybrid combination allows us to better meet varied metabolic profiles. The vitamin B9 from folates is directly sourced from citrus fruits and lemon in particular. We have also combined our vitamin B9 with vitamin B12, zinc, and choline to maximize its effects.

Few expecting mothers know this, but choline requirements increase during pregnancy. Most prenatal vitamins still overlook it; at Boome, it's at the heart of our formula.

Choline is the precursor to phospholipids, major components of our cell membranes. [1] During pregnancy, the demand for choline intensifies to support the structure of these membranes and meet the increased needs of the maternal organism. Produced by the liver in small quantities, an external supply is necessary to meet these needs. [2,3]

It is widely studied in scientific literature: American epidemiological studies show that nearly 90% of pregnant women have intakes below nutritional recommendations. [4] By integrating a precise dose of choline into our formula, Boome contributes to optimizing nutritional intake, and works hand in hand with folates in the methylation process, a fundamental chemical reaction for DNA synthesis.

Choline acts in complementarity with folates (vitamin B9): it acts as a valuable metabolic cofactor that supports the methylation cycle.

Derived from ascophyllum (a carefully selected brown seaweed), our iodine is a high-quality, natural plant-based source. It plays a key role from the very first day of pregnancy. [1]

• Cognitive function & Nervous system: Iodine contributes to normal cognitive function and the normal functioning of the nervous system, which are essential throughout the perinatal period.
• Maternal balance: During pregnancy, iodine requirements increase to support normal thyroid hormone production. [2,3] Our natural iodine, derived from seaweed, is gently absorbed to support the mother’s thyroid balance.

Iron is a fundamental mineral for our body. [1] It is involved in many bodily mechanisms such as oxygen transport, the immune system, cognitive development, and the reduction of fatigue. [2] It is generally supplied by food (red meat) but it is not uncommon to be deficient (especially if you have very heavy periods or are pregnant!), as its deficiency affects 30% of the world's population. [3,4]

Our iron is clinically studied and patented (Ferrochel®): Very well absorbed by the body [4], it benefits from excellent intestinal tolerance without causing digestive discomfort. [5]

In addition to these many advantages, Ferrochel® is what is known as chelated iron, meaning the iron molecule is bound to other molecules (in this case, it is bound to amino acids: two glycines), which positively impacts its bioavailability.