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Why do you need folic acid in your diet?
Folic acid is needed in the diet for the healthy development of cells
What are 2 acids humans need in their diet?
folic acid and amino acid
What is the benefit of having folic acid in your diet?
It belongs to the viatmin B family which is important in the creating of red blood cells. A lack of folic acid may lead to anemia which then leads to a host of other problems. If you are lacking energy you may be lacking in folic acid.
A spinal cord birth defect can occur from lack of?
Folic acid in the diet of the mother.
Research has shown that the risk for neural tube defects decreases by including what in your diet?
Folic acid.
What anemia is related to a diet that is low in fresh fruit and vegetables?
Folic acid deficiency anemia
Are ten year olds allowed to take folic acid pills?
The RDA of folic acid (Vitamin B9) for a ten to twelve year old is 250 micrograms. They can be taken if there is a folic acid deficiency. Folic acid is not needed if the individual has a high vegetable diet. Good sources are oranges, bananas, avocados, red fruits, whole grains, and green leafy vegetables.
Can you take folic acid and prenatal vitamins together?
Check the label. I assume that most would - this is the main reason why women take these vitamins. It is hard to get the required amount of folic acid from a normal diet.
Why is folic acid important in a pregnante woman's diet?
It is important in order to assure adequate absorption of iron for her and the fetus.
What are the effects of low folic acid?
What is folic acid deficiency anemia? Folic acid deficiency anemia happens when your body does not get enough folic acid. Folic acid is one of the B vitamins, and it helps your body make new cells, including new red blood cells. Your body needs red blood cells to carry oxygen. If you have don't have enough red blood cells, you have anemia, which can make you feel weak and tired. So it's important that you get enough folic acid every day. Most people get enough folic acid in the food they eat. But some people either don't get enough in their diet or have trouble absorbing it from the foods they eat. Talk to your doctor about whether you should take a daily vitamin with folic acid. Pregnant women who do not get enough folic acid are more likely to have babies with very serious birth defects.
Does niacin deficiency causes neural tube defects?
Folic acid, also known as folate, causes neural tube defects and disorders like spinal bifida.
Is folic acid same as b12?
No, folic acid (also known as folate) and vitamin B12 are two different B vitamins that play important roles in the body. Folic acid helps in the production of DNA and red blood cells, while vitamin B12 is needed for nerve function and DNA production. It's important to get enough of both in your diet for overall health.
