Folic Acid Supplement
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Nature's Own Folic Acid supplement (vitamin B9), is needed for cell replication and growth. Folic acid helps regulate embryonic and fetal development of nerve cells, vital for normal growth and development. Folic Acid capsules may be appropriate for those wishing to maintain a healthy heart and arteries and active mind through the years.
A Folic Acid supplement is also important for women's health before and during pregnancy. The Department of Health recommends 400 ug of folic acid for pregnancy.
Why Nature's Own Folic Acid Supplement?
- Maintains low homocysteine levels
- Helps supports an active brain
- Important before and during pregnancy
- Essential for growth and red blood cell development
- Best taken with Vitamin B12 or a multi-vitamin
- Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
Folic Acid is considered a brain food, needed for energy production and the formation of red blood cells. Functioning as a coenzyme in DNA synthesis, it is important for healthy cell division and replication (building blocks). It is involved in protein metabolism and has been used in the prevention and treatment of anemia.
Dietary sources of Folic Acid can be found in barley, beef, bran, brewer's yeast, brown rice, cheese, chicken and green leafy vegetables.
Natures Own recommends 1 capsule daily, or take as directed by a practitioner.
Folic Acid Supplement:
The trade name of the preparation is Nature's Own Folic Acid. It is sold as capsules and packed in jars of 30.
One capsule provides:
- Folic Acid (as L-methylfolate) - 400μg (200% NRV*)
*NRV = Nutrient Reference Value
Ingredients:
- Capsule Shell - Vegetable cellulose
- L-methylfolate combined with alfalfa
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not use if sealing strip is missing or broken.
- Store in cool, dry place.
Product:
If taken as recommended (1 tablet per day):
30 tablets – 30 day supply
