Female-Specific Supplement Considerations > TL;DR > - Iron, calcium, vitamin D, B12—supplement only if deficient (test first) > - Food first; most athletes don't need female-specific products > - Avoid marketing hype; work with a dietitian for individual needs > - Prenatal vitamins: not for non-pregnant athletes unless prescribed --- Overview Women have unique nutritional needs based on: - Menstrual cycle - Life stage (adolescence, pregnancy potential, perimenopause) ...

Female-Specific Supplement Considerations > TL;DR > - Iron, calcium, vitamin D, B12—supplement only if deficient (test first) > - Food first; most athletes don't need female-specific products > - Avoid marketing hype; work with a dietitian for individual needs > - Prenatal vitamins: not for non-pregnant athletes unless prescribed --- Overview Women have unique nutritional needs based on: - Menstrual cycle - Life stage (adolescence, pregnancy potential, perimenopause) ...