VitamedMD prenatal vitamins, skin care and menopause relief


Prenatal Supplements Skin Care Menopausal Supplement Vitamin D General Product Questions How to Purchase vitaMedMD Supplements
Prenatal Supplements
1.	What is the difference between vitaMedMD prenatal vitamins and prescription prenatals?
	vitaMedMD prenatal vitamins are manufactured and regulated by the same strict FDA standards (CFR111, cGMP) as prescription prenatal vitamins. Prescription prenatal vitamins are dispensed by prescription because they exceed 1mg of Folic Acid. Dispensing through prescription increases cost. As such, vitaMedMD provides 975 mcg of Folic Acid in all of its prenatal vitamins. The result is you get pharmaceutical-quality, doctor-recommended prenatal vitamins at a fraction of the typical co-pay.

2.	What is the difference between the Complete Prenatal Combo Pack and Prenatal-1?
	vitaMedMD Complete Prenatal Combo Pack consists of our Complete Prenatal Multivitamin, delivering 18 vitamins and minerals per each single tablet serving, and 300mg life’sDHA™,providing 300mg of 100% fish-free DHA per single softgel serving. Both are taken together once daily. The Complete Prenatal Combo Pack is Vegetarian and certified Vegan and Kosher. Prenatal-1 is a convenient daily multivitamin that contains 14 vitamins and minerals, plus 200mg of Vegetarian life’s DHA™ per each single softgel serving. Prenatal-1 is not certified Vegetarian as it is in a gelatin capsule.

3.	What organization certified your products Kosher?
	Complete Prenatal Multivitamin and 300mg life’sDHA™ softgel received kosher certification from OK Kosher. OK Kosher is one of the world’s most respected symbols of kosher approval and is recognized as the leader in cutting-edge kosher technology. OK Kosher provides certification for food industry giants and products such as Kraft, ConAgra, Keebler, IFF, Costco, Snapple, Tropicana, Post and Maxwell House. OK Kosher operates on six continents and certifies more than 300,000 products created by over 1,500 companies.

4.	What organization certified your products Vegan?
	Complete Prenatal Multivitamin and 300mg life’sDHA™, sold separately and together in the COMBO Pack, have been certified as "Vegan" by the non-profit educational organization Vegan Action. Vegan Action is dedicated to helping animals, the environment and human health by educating the public about the benefits of a Vegan lifestyle and encouraging the spread of Vegan food options through public outreach campaigns. In addition to vitaMedMD’s commitment to providing the highest quality ingredients in our products, we have a commitment to developing prenatal supplements that contain no animal products and have not been tested on animals.

5.	Why do I need DHA?
	DHA provides health benefits for people of all ages. DHA serves as a primary building block for the brain, eyes and nervous system.* Studies have shown that increased availability of DHA during pregnancy and lactation enhances the development of the visual and nervous system of babies and may play an important role in postpartum maternal well-being.* Some Benefits of DHA During Pregnancy May support infant mental development* May promote infant visual development* May result in higher birth weight* May result in the increased length of gestation* May help promote full-term delivery* May enhance postpartum maternal well-being* vitaMedMD Prenatal-1 with 200mg of DHA, vitaMedMD 300mg Prenatal DHA and vitaMedMD Combo Pack featuring 300mg of DHA are all formulated with life'sDHA™. life’sDHA™ is 100% Vegetarian and fish-free, with no ocean-borne contaminants such as Mercury or PCBs.

6.	If life'sDHA™ is 100% fish free, where does it come from?
	life'sDHA™ comes from a vegetarian algae. Most people mistakenly believe that fish produce their own DHA, when, in fact, it’s the algae they feed on that makes them a rich source of DHA. Martek Biosciences Corporation, the makers of life'sDHA™ produce this algae under an FDA-inspected process in large stainless steel fermentors commonly used in the pharmaceutical, food and biotechnology industries. life'sDHA™ is added to over 95% of US infant formulas. It is also used to fortify a wide range of foods, beverages and dietary supplements.

7.	Why don’t vitaMedMD prenatal vitamins contain Vitamin A?
	With the popularity of multivitamins, it is becoming increasingly important to be aware of the possible teratogenic effects (malformations) of vitamins during pregnancy. Vitamins are essential for maintaining good health, but consumption of large amounts of certain vitamins, particularly A and D, poses a teratogenic risk. Vitamin A is essential for the normal functioning of the retina and for the growth and differentiation of epithelial tissue, as well as necessary in embryonic development, reproduction and bone growth. However, Vitamin A has been shown to produce malformations of the face, head, heart and nervous system when administered in varying doses. The CDC, Teratology Society and Council for Responsible Nutrition recommendations for the daily allowance of preformed Vitamin A in pregnancy is 2,700 IU/day or 8,000 IU of beta-carotene. The March of Dimes recommends limiting Vitamin A intake to less than 5,000 IU/day. These recommendations were made because malformations appear to occur at some undetermined level above 5,000 IU and pregnant women in the United States do not seem to benefit from additional Vitamin A as the average person gets more than the recommended daily amount on a regular basis from their diet alone. In fact, the average American diet provides an abundance of Vitamin A since it's widely available in meat, dairy, fish, eggs, and fortified cereals as well as in most fruits and vegetables in the form of beta-carotene (which gets converted to Vitamin A by your body as needed). 75% of people in developed nations ingest more than the recommended daily amount for Vitamin A on a regular basis. Accordingly, the average American diet provides more than enough Vitamin A in pregnancy and additional supplementation may only pose unwanted risks to the pregnancy itself.

8.	Should I continue to take vitaMedMD prenatal multivitamins after I have my baby?
	Taking a quality multivitamin and a DHA supplement is encouraged for all women during their postpartum period.* For women who breastfeed, DHA is particularly important during the infant’s first 5 years of life, when brain and eye growths occur.* DHA also provides additional heart benefits to women during their non-pregnant state.*

9.	I think the vitamins may be binding my stomach, what can I do?
	vitaMedMD works in conjunction with medical providers who recommend vitaMedMD products. As such, vitaMedMD has a policy of not providing any medical opinions and suggests that you defer to your doctor’s recommendations. In general, the state of pregnancy often causes constipation, not the vitamins. Consider asking your provider about recommending a stool softener or another method.

Stretch Mark Body Cream and Scar Reduction Body Cream

1.	Can vitaMedMD Stretch Mark Body Cream be used on older stretch marks?
	Yes, vitaMedMD Stretch Mark Body Cream may help reduce the appearance of older stretch marks.* Rich in naturally-derived ingredients, including Peptides, Shea Butter and Fruit Extracts, vitaMedMD Stretch Mark Body Cream also helps soften and smooth your skin.*

2.	Can vitaMedMD Scar Reduction Body Cream help reduce the appearance of both new and older scars?
	Yes, vitaMedMD Scar Reduction Body Cream may help reduce the appearance of both new and older scars.* It contains Vitamins A, C and E, Peptides and Glycerin to help give skin a smoother appearance.*

Menopause Relief

1.	Will Menopause Relief make me gain weight?
	Weight gain has not been reported while taking Menopause Relief with Lifenol® Plus Bone Support.

2.	Can I take Menopause Relief while taking another menopause supplement? Can I take more than one Menopause Relief per day?
	Menopause Relief with Lifenol® Plus Bone Support is recommended as a one tablet, once a day supplement. Please discuss with your medical provider any other recommendations for use.

Vitamin D

1.	What is Vitamin D and why is it important to health?
	Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin found to support health in a number of ways. Sustaining adequate levels of Vitamin D in the body is essential to bone health, in particular, because it enhances the absorption of calcium and phosphorus.
2.	How can I be ensure I’m getting enough Vitamin D?
	It is estimated that 50% of the general population has significant Vitamin D deficiency. While deficiency is present in every group, it varies according to population, including the Elderly (70%), African Americans (90%), Children (55%), and Pregnant Mothers (up to 50%). Vitamin D deficiency is also common in strict vegetarians (who avoid Vitamin D-fortified dairy foods) and those with digestive issues.
3.	Can I get enough Vitamin D from my diet or the sun?
	The influence of diet is minimal and most circulating Vitamin D comes from exposure to sunlight. Sunlight promotes synthesis of Vitamin D; however, the amount of exposure needed to achieve adequate Vitamin D status depends on environmental characteristics, your skin type, age, activity, clothing, and several other factors. Dermatologists recommend overall that it is safest to take Vitamin D supplements and avoid the sun.
4.	I’ve heard a lot about Vitamin D3 lately. How is it different from other forms of the nutrient?
	Vitamin D3, also known as Cholecalciferol, is created naturally by the body when the skin is exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet B radiation (UVB), whereas Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) is derived from irradiation of fungi. Evidence exists that body uses Vitamin D3 more efficiently than Vitamin D2. Vitamin D3 is not naturally found in many foods, but levels of this important vitamin can be effectively added and maintained to the body through regular supplementation. However, high-dose preparations had previously only been available in the less active form of Vitamin D2 and required a prescription until now with the convenience of vitaMedMD Vitamin D3 50,000 IU.
General Product Questions

1.	What if I am not fully satisfied with the product?
	At vitaMedMD, your complete satisfaction is our goal. We have a 30-day Money Back Guarantee. You may send the product back for a full refund.

2.	Where are vitaMedMD products made?
	All vitaMedMD products are made in the USA at FDA certified manufacturing facilities under strict quality standards.

3.	Are your vitamins FDA approved?
	vitaMedMD products are manufactured and regulated by FDA quality standards (CFR111, cGMP).

4.	How are vitaMedMD vitamins and supplements packaged?
	Each product is individually sealed in a blister pack until ready for use, guaranteeing freshness, safety, purity and potency if used before its expiration date.

5.	Do vitaMedMD vitamins and supplements expire?
	Yes, vitaMedMD products have an expiration date within two years of purchase during which time vitaMedMD guarantees their quality.

How to Purchase vitaMedMD Supplements

1.	Can I purchase vitaMedMD vitamins and supplements in a store? My doctor gave me a vitaMedMD sample in his office, where can I buy vitaMedMD supplements?
	While we do not sell our vitamins in stores, you can conveniently order them online at www.vitaMedMD.com or by calling our Customer Service Department at 1-800-728-0009. Also, if you live in the Boca Raton, Florida area, you are welcome to purchase vitaMedMD vitamins supplements at our corporate headquarters.

2.	I’d like to order vitaMedMD vitamins and supplements online. Is your website secure?
	All credit card purchases on the vitaMedMD website are processed thru PAYFLOW PRO from PayPal. The vitaMedMD website is also secured by COMODO. This means we are certified as an authentic site and have achieved EVCGCCA, COMODO’s highest standard available. We have also achieved Deluxe Certification from GoDaddy.com.

3.	What forms of payment do you accept if I place my vitaMedMD order online?
	If you place your vitaMedMD order online, we will gladly accept Visa, Master Card, Discover Card and American Express.

4.	What forms of payment do you take if I order by phone?
	If you place your vitaMedMD order by phone, we will gladly accept Visa, Master Card, Discover Card and American Express. If you pay by a Money Order or a Cashier’s Check, we will ship your vitaMedMD order out to you the same day we receive your payment. Please note that we do not accept personal checks.

5.	Do you take insurance?
	No, we do not take insurance. However, the prices of our products are usually lower than the typical co-pay of prescription alternatives.

6.	Can I use my FSA (Flexible Spending Account) or HSA (Health Spending Account)?
	You may use your FSA or HSA account if you submit your claim with a valid vitaMedMD recommendation from your Provider along with a receipt of your purchase.

7.	When can I expect to receive my vitaMedMD order?
	You can expect to receive your order in 2-4 business days via USPS (United States Postal Service).

8.	Do I have to sign for my package when it arrives?
	No, you do not have to sign for your vitaMedMD package when it arrives.

9.	How long has vitaMedMD been in business?
	vitaMedMD has been in business since 2008 and is backed by a Medical Advisory Board of professionals with many years of medical and scientific experience.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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