What vitamins support pelvic floor health?
General good nutrition, including adequate intake of vitamin D, calcium, and protein, supports muscle and connective tissue health, including the pelvic floor. However, no specific vitamin can treat or prevent pelvic organ prolapse directly.
Detailed Medical Explanation
Vitamin D supports muscle function; calcium and protein are important for tissue health. There is no direct evidence that supplements alone prevent or treat prolapse, but a balanced diet is essential for overall pelvic health. Vitamin deficiency should be treated by your GP. (NHS: Vitamins and minerals)
Clinical Context
A varied, nutrient-rich diet and regular pelvic floor exercises work together for pelvic health—supplements are rarely needed unless prescribed.
Evidence-Based Approaches
NHS advice is to seek dietary balance, not rely on supplements, for pelvic floor support unless deficient.