Folic Acid - one of the B Group Vitamins




Folic Acid Deficiencies are:-

Sore red Tongue

Anaemia

Apathy

Digestive disturbances

Fatigue

Greying Hair

Growth impairment

Insomnia

Laboured breathing

Memory problems

Paranoia

Weakness

Birth defects in one’s offspring

Benefits of Folic Acid;

Folic Acid is considered a Brain food and is needed for the formation of red Blood cells and energy production. By aiding in the proper formation and functioning of white Blood cells, it also strengthens Immunity

This nutrient may also help with Anxiety and Depression

A combination of Folic Acid, Vitamin B6 and B12 can help to reduce the levels of Homocysteine, which has been found to be associated with an increased risk of Atherouclerouis (hardening of the Arteries due to the accumulation of fatty plaques).

Folic acid is very important in Pregnancy; studies have shown that a daily intake of 400 micro grams helps to prevent Spinal Bifida through the regulation of embryonic and foetal nerve formation.

It may also help to prevent premature birth. This regimen must begin before conception and continue for at least the first 3 months of pregnancy to be effective. Critical events in foetal development occur during the first six weeks of pregnancy (before many women know that they have conceived). This is why many experts recommend a daily intake of Folic Acid for all women of a childbearing age.

This Vitamin works best when combined with Vitamin C and Vitamin B12

Sources of Folic Acid are:
Asparagus, Barley, Beef, Bran, Brewers Yeast, Brown Rice, Cheese, Chicken, Dates, green leafy Vegetables, Lamb, Legumes, Lentils, Liver, Milk, Mushrooms, Whole Grains and Whole Wheat.

Note
Alcohol is an enemy to the absorption of Folic Acid and Oral Contraceptives may increase the need for this nutrient.

Ingredients:
Pure Folic Acid (Vitamin B9) with Rice flour