"Folic Acid" Folic Acid, Vitamin B9 'Iconfit Nutrition' (90caps/90porc)

Description WHAT IS FOLIC ACID? the best folic acid Folic or folic acid, also known as folate (one of the forms of vitamin B9) is a vitamin of group B, important for various body functions. It is not synthesized in the human body, so it must be obtained with food. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF FOLIC ACID? Folic acid, together with vitamin B12, is necessary for the formation of red blood cells in the bone marrow and the use of iron in the body. Red blood cells, or erythrocytes, carry oxygen throughout the body. If they are not produced enough in the body, megaloblastic anemia may occur. It causes fatigue, weakness, and pale skin on the face. Folic acid (vitamin B9) is necessary for DNA and RNA synthesis, cell division and growth, and participates as a cofactor in many biochemical reactions in the body. It is especially important for women during pregnancy, as it helps prevent birth defects. Folate is needed for normal brain function as well as mental and emotional health. In addition, it stimulates the appetite, the secretion of gastric juices and helps maintain a healthy liver. Folic acid is also useful in that it reduces the amount of homocysteine ​​(a substance that promotes the deposition of cholesterol on the walls of blood vessels and affects the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases). In this way, the accumulation of cholesterol in the heart muscle is inhibited. Therefore, folic acid can be prescribed for the prevention of myocardial infarction. Studies have shown that it can help reduce the risk of cervical, bowel and lung cancer. The benefits of folic acid are also associated with: I have diabetes. Folic acid supplements can help improve blood sugar control, reduce insulin resistance, and improve cardiovascular function in people with diabetes. Taking folic acid can also help reduce the complications associated with this disease, including diabetic neuropathy. Fertility. Higher supplemental folic acid intake (greater than 800 mg/day) is associated with higher live births in women undergoing assisted reproduction. A sufficient amount of this vitamin is also necessary for oocyte quality, attachment in the uterus and maturation. Inflammation. Folic acid and its supplements have been shown to reduce inflammatory markers, including C-reactive protein (CRB). By reducing the side effects of drugs. Folic acid supplements may help reduce the incidence of side effects associated with certain medications (such as those used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and certain cancers). And this list is not exhaustive. Folic acid rate Serum folic acid levels vary by age (may also vary minimally by laboratory): for newborns – 16–73 nmol/l; for adults – 6,1–36,5 nmol/l. Folic acid reserves in the body are reflected by its amount in serum and erythrocytes. In the case of anemia, the examination of erythrocytes is considered more accurate, as it allows the evaluation of processes in the bone marrow. Recommended daily intake of folic acid: for children - 30-80 µg; for teenagers - 150-200 µg; for adults - 240 µg; for pregnant and lactating women - 400 and 480 µg, respectively. Remember: A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important! Taking care of your health is a very welcome thing. When we take care of ourselves, our physical and emotional health, we are happier, more energetic and more productive. Good sleep, physical activity, quality, healthy food and communication with other people are especially important for human health. If you include as many different foods as possible in your diet - vegetables, fruits, various grain dishes, bread products, meat, the body will absorb all the substances that are useful for it and it is likely that there will be no shortage of them. Supplements, vitamins, minerals are just nutritional supplements, use them only if you know very well that you lack one or another substance. Or if it was recommended by a doctor. An ideal option if you can take a blood test and determine exactly which substances you lack. Be healthy and happy! HumanPerformance.lt