Best Absorb Folic Acid

categorization ←Older revision Revision as of 23:55, 24 June 2016 Line 1: Line 1:−Folic acid is a water-soluble member of the B vitamin family, and getting enough of it is a key part of any healthy diet. Also known as pteroylglutamic acid, folate (the form found naturally in foods), or folacin, it helps the body produce new cells.<ref> https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/folicacid.html</ref> A diet deficient in folic acid can lead to anemia, a condition where the body does not produce enough red blood cells, which are critical for the body’s blood functions.<ref> http://www.healthline.com/health/folate-deficiency#Overview1</ref>  While everyone needs folic acid in their diet, it is especially important for women who may become pregnant, since adequate intake prevents major birth defects. With the right choices, absorbing enough folic acid is easy if you choose the right foods, and add a supplement if necessary or recommended by your physician.  +Folic acid is a water-soluble member of the B vitamin family, and getting enough of it is a key part of any healthy diet. Also known as pteroylglutamic acid, folate (the form found naturally in foods), or folacin, it helps the body produce new cells.<ref> https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/folicacid.html</ref> A diet deficient in folic acid can lead to anemia, a condition where the body does not produce enough red blood cells, which are critical for the body’s blood functions.<ref> http://www.healthline.com/health/folate-deficiency#Overview1</ref>  While everyone needs folic acid in their diet, it is especially important for women who may become pregnant, since adequate intake prevents major birth defects. With the right choices, absorbing enough folic acid is easy if you choose the right foods, and add a supplement if necessary or recommended by your physician. +[[Category:Dietary Supplements]] +  == Steps == == Steps == ===Aiming for Your Daily Requirement=== ===Aiming for Your Daily Requirement===