Folic Acid

At Med365 we have a wide variety of products designed to meet your Vitamin C needs, But why do you need Folic Acid?

Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9) is important in red blood cell formation and for healthy cell growth and function. The nutrient is crucial during early pregnancy to reduce the risk of birth defects of the brain and spine.

A diet lacking foods rich in folate or folic acid can lead to a folate deficiency. Folate deficiency can also occur in people who have conditions, such as celiac disease, that prevent the small intestine from absorbing nutrients from foods (malabsorption syndromes).

The recommended daily amount of folate for adults is 400 micrograms (mcg). Adult women who are planning a pregnancy or could become pregnant should be advised to get 400 to 800 mcg of folic acid a day.