There is a serious nutritional shortage of Folic or Folic acid in most countries of the world. Before and during pregnancy, folic acid is essential for the normal growth of the neural tube (nervous system) of the unborn child and 400μg is recommended by the Ministry of Health to all pregnant women.
Folic acid is also suitable for those who wish to maintain a strong heart and arteries and a strong and energetic mind for many years. Folic acid is one of the key nutrients involved in the pathways of methylation that keeps homocysteine ​​levels low and is essential for the development and production of red blood cells. It helps in the formation of nucleic acids and DNA. Stimulates the production of digestive acids from the stomach and works closely with all vitamins B and especially with B12, C and E.
Necessary for: cell division, brain, liver, digestive functions, metabolism and use of protein, hair and tongue. Diseases, drugs, alcohol, stress, smoking, contraceptives, hormone therapy and aging reduce the levels of folic acid in the body. Intake can mask a B12 deficiency and B12 deficiency causes folic acid deficiency. It is best to take it with vitamin B12 or a multivitamin.
Necessary before and during pregnancy.
Critical for the development of the fetal neural tube.
Supports cardiovascular health.
It helps keep homocysteine ​​levels low.
Essential for the development and production of red blood cells.