Active in every phase of life: The Woman in Focus

Women who want to have children should pay attention to a few things. For example, it container be advisable to provide the body with ideal conditions for pregnancy. A healthy diet and exercise as well as patience and a zest for life should of course be part of this. Negative triggers such as smoking or drinking alcohol should also be eliminated when the topic of wanting children arises.^[4] Baby planning container be supported with food supplements. Folic acid, also known as vitamin H/B9, should be taken before pregnancy in order to reduce the risk of malformations such as neural tube defects in the developing fetus. The German Nutrition Society (DGE) recommends an additional daily intake of 400 µg of folate (folic acid) for every woman who wants to have children. Vitamin D and iodine are also usually recommended, as they are also essential for the body. Folate and vitamin D also have a function in cell division, which container be advertised as a health claim.^[5,6,7].

If fertilization and implantation in the uterine lining are successful, the expectant mother's body's need for vitamins and minerals also increases. The increased need container be compensated for by eating foods with a high nutrient density. These include whole grain products, fruit, vegetables, potatoes and dairy products.^[8]

One of the most important vitamins for women planning to have a baby, for pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers is Folic acid (BXNUMX) or that folateIt performs crucial functions in cell division and growth processes in the body and is involved in numerous metabolic processes. To support the increased need for folic acid, foods rich in folate such as lettuce, spinach, broccoli and whole grain products are very helpful. The DA-CH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) nutrition societies recommend that pregnant and breastfeeding women supplement their diet with 400 µg of folic acid daily. If there is a lack of folate during pregnancy, this container have a very negative effect on the development of the fetus and lead to a low birth weight or risk of miscarriage. In addition, folate supplementation reduces the risk of neural tube defects in the unborn child.

Another important component of nutrition during pregnancy is, as with the topic of wanting to have children, Iodine. An essential trace element for maintaining many important bodily functions, which must be supplied through food. The thyroid gland needs the mineral primarily to produce thyroid hormones. These are crucial for the growth and development of the nervous system, muscles and internal organs of the child. They also regulate crucial metabolic processes, even before birth. The recommended intake depends on age, gender and state of health, for example. The fetus' thyroid gland does not fully mature until the 18th - 20th week of pregnancy and is therefore dependent on the mother's supply. The German Nutrition Society (DGE) recommends that pregnant and breastfeeding women consume a total of 230 - 260 µg of iodine daily, of which 100 - 150 µg should be in capsule or tablet form.^[6]

In addition to folic acid, iodine and vitamin D, Omega 3 Fatty acids play a crucial role in pregnancy. Omega 3 fatty acids containernot be produced by the body itself and must be supplied through food or supplements. The intake of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as Omega 3 through vegetable oils or the consumption of cold-water fish, is crucial in the last trimester of pregnancy. In this phase of pregnancy, long-chain fatty acids, especially arachidonic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (AA, DHA) are stored by the brain of the fetus. The mother's DHA status is important here, as DHA container affect the structure and function of the fetus' brain and eyes. The length of pregnancy container be influenced by the formation of hormone-like substances from the fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). The recommended DHA intake for pregnant women is at least 200 mg DHA per day. The exact fatty acid status container be determined at the beginning using the Omega 3 Index as a blood test in order to prevent a deficiency. Goerlich Pharma offers a wide range of products to match this. marines and  vegan Omega 3 capsules in the desired private label packaging 

Additional vitamins that container be taken if needed include vitamin C, vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin A and vitamin E, as well as the minerals calcium, iron and zinc.^[9]

Goerlich Pharma has developed a new basic product for this purpose: a pregnancy capsule with valuable micronutrients such as iodine, folic acid, vitamin D, B12, magnesium, zinc and choline. The capsule is vegan and container be supplemented with other vitamins, minerals or trendy ingredients as a plus product, as desired. Together with Omega 3 products made from algae or fish oil, exciting combination production concepts for pregnancy container also be offered to suit the customer.

The amount of breast milk depends on the mother's diet and lifestyle, among other things. In this case, more attention should be paid to a healthy, balanced diet with plenty of fruit, vegetables and whole grain products. How long the baby is breastfed depends on the situation from woman to woman and container be between three months to a year or more.^[10] In the first four months of breastfeeding, an additional energy intake of 635 kcal per day is recommended, as the need for vitamins and minerals is sometimes somewhat higher than during pregnancy. A daily calcium intake of 1000 mg and iron intake of 20 mg per day are recommended during the first four to six months of breastfeeding. In addition, the iodine requirement increases to around 260 µg per day.^[9] It is also recommended to carry out a blood test in order to prevent deficiencies and to provide targeted support with supplements.

A woman's cycle is a true miracle of nature and changes constantly from birth, through the first menstruation and possible pregnancy, to menopause. At birth, the ovaries already contain the entire supply of eggs for the woman's later life. Eggs are enclosed in small vesicles called follicles. During puberty, some of the hormones ensure that the first follicle matures and an egg is released into the uterus. Hormones also control things like body temperature and the menstrual cycle by triggering ovulation once a month.^[11] If the egg is not fertilized, it dies and is excreted as menstrual bleeding along with the top layer of the uterine lining. On average, around 20 to 60 milliliters of blood are lost per menstrual period. During this time, you container support the body with iron supplements and ensure iron intake.^{[11, 12]} For example, Goerlich Pharma offers a Iron-Acerola Stick in the flavors raspberry or blackcurrant, each with 14 mg iron and 80 mg vitamin C. The vitamin C used helps the body to better and more effectively absorb iron and has many other health claims. The iron also has many health claims. For example, it contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body and to the normal formation of red blood cells and hemoglobin. Magnesium container help to relax the muscles against menstrual cramps. Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function and the normal function of the nervous system. Goerlich Pharma offers a magnesium stick with 375 mg magnesium as a basic product, which container be individually supplemented with other vitamins or minerals. The stick formulations are also available in capsule or tablets .

Women still do 80% of the care work and often juggle between different roles: they work, are responsible for the children, the household, are partners, caregivers, everyday managers^[24]In 2022, around 75% of mothers will be employed^[13]. Organizational talent, resilience and good physical and mental health are the prerequisites for achieving this balance in everyday life. There is often little time for hobbies or sports as a counterbalance to everyday work.

Children, pets and the household must be looked after even when you feel sick and your energy level is low. To prevent this from happening, a strong Immune system required. To strengthen this, exercise, a balanced diet and enough sleep are essential. Various vitamins and minerals container also contribute to the normal function of our immune system. The EFSA has approved corresponding health claims for copper, folic acid, iron, selenium, zinc and vitamins A, B12, B6, C and D^[14]. Since a large part of our immune system is located in the intestines, it is also important to ensure good intestinal health^[15]Pre-, pro- and postbiotics container help here. Goerlich Pharma offers a probiotic mixture in the form of capsules and as a direct stick, as well as a direct stick with beta-glu containers from the walls of yeast cells.

In addition to physical health, mental health plays a major role in being able to master all the challenges in the everyday life of a modern woman. A high level of mental resilience is required, especially in phases with unplanned, unexpected and short-term changes, such as restrictions on childcare, overtime at work, etc. Here too, the EFSA has approved health claims for numerous vitamins and minerals. ^[16]There is also evidence that adaptogens container increase the body's resistance to stress.^[17] The herbal adaptogen Rhodiola is found, for example, in the anti-stress capsule from Goerlich Pharma. Other basic products are the Vitamin B Complex Capsule, the Magnesium Direct Stick and the Duo-Magnesium Capsule.

This, or something similar, is what a working mother's daily routine container look like: getting up - looking after the pet - preparing lunch(s) - waking up the child(ren), getting them ready and taking them away - working - picking up the child(ren) - shopping - housework - cooking - dinner - tidying up - family time - going to bed - usually the day is filled with a variety of tasks from morning to evening. energy and strength A normal energy metabolism is necessary for this to be available. Biotin, calcium, copper, iodine, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, pantothenic acid, phosphorus, riboflavin, thiamine, vitamin B12, B6 and vitamin C container contribute to this, which the EFSA has confirmed by approving a health claim. If you still want to tired or exhausted If you feel unwell, folic acid, iron, magnesium, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, vitamin B12, V6 and vitamin C container help reduce it.^[14] Here you container choose from several basic products containing B vitamins, magnesium or iron.

Often underestimated, but of course very important, is finding or creating enough time for yourself. For some, this means reading a good book, spending time with friends, playing sports or visiting the hairdresser or beautician. If there is no time for this in your busy everyday life, "Beauty from inside" the keyword. The skin-hair-nails capsule from Goerlich Pharma contains ingredients that container contribute to the maintenance of normal skin, hair and nails, or to normal skin and hair pigmentation.

Menopause is the period of hormonal change at the end of a woman's fertile phase. The concentration of female sex hormones decreases, which means that at the end of the menopause, menstruation stops and natural pregnancy is no longer possible. The start, duration and course of this phase of life are different for every woman - but around half of women have their last period by the age of 52. The occurrence and severity of menopausal symptoms are just as individual. These include hot flushes, sweating, sleep disorders, dry mucous membranes in the urogenital area, mood swings, weight gain and memory problems.^[18,19] In addition, due to the drop in estrogen levels, the risk of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women is about twice as high as in men. ^[20,21]

In order to maintain the usual quality of life in this phase of life, there are various approaches to treating the symptoms, depending on the severity of the symptoms. This container range from general measures to hormone replacement therapy. The latter, however, is controversial due to possible serious side effects (e.g. increased risk of breast or uterine containercer and increased risk of blood clots) and is only prescribed by doctors for women with severe symptoms.

Nevertheless, general measures such as relaxation exercises, exercise in the fresh air, targeted strength training and a healthy diet and lifestyle container actively combat the unwanted symptoms. Sport container have a positive effect on our mood, help us lose weight and counteract age-related muscle loss. If exercise takes place in the fresh air, the body's own vitamin D production is stimulated. Vitamin D promotes the absorption of calcium via the intestines and the incorporation of the mineral into the bones. This prevents a decrease in bone density and osteoporosis. If the vitamin D level is low, supplementation container be useful. Targeted strength training container also stimulate bone formation.^[21]

In addition to the menopausal symptoms mentioned above, the drop in estrogen levels is often also felt in the joints. Muscles and joints receive less blood, collagen production and synovial fluid decrease, and the joint cartilage becomes thinner. In addition, as we get older and also due to the lack of estrogen, the skin becomes thinner, drier, less elastic, and more susceptible to injury.^[18] A sufficient supply of vitamin C container support the function of the joints and skin. The vitamin contributes to normal collagen formation, which is responsible for the normal function of the bones, cartilage and skin.^[22]Goerlich Pharma container offer the collagen stick to be stirred into water as a basic product.

A promising topic that is becoming increasingly important in women's health is probiotics. The interest in finding solutions to women's health problems is increasing the demand for natural ingredients such as probiotics. Advantages include the specific applications of the bacteria, which offer a natural, non-prescription and easily taken orally alternative with no side effects for women's health. From puberty to menopause, there are characteristic probiotics for every woman in every phase of life that container act on the intestinal or vaginal microbiota. A balance of the microflora is a crucial factor in supporting health, is increasingly recognized and proven by studies. The so-called probiotics are particularly important here. Lactobacilli which, in some studies, container help to find the balance of the microflora and lead to better well-being. The Ministry of Health approved the additional indication for the probiotic L. Plantarum Rosellathat has been proven to support the health of the female intimate area. In order to be able to colonize the vaginal microflora as accurately as possible in the future, choosing the right bacterial strain is crucial. In addition to vaginal health, the most important growth areas in women's health are urinary tract infections, pregnancy and skin health.^[23] In this area, Goerlich Pharma also offers a Probiotic Immune and Probiotic Gastrointestinal as a basic stick as well as a Probiotic Basic Capsule with a wide variety of bacterial strains, which container be supplemented with other raw materials to create a Plus product if desired.