B9

Folic Acid

The synthetic form of folate, a B vitamin, that’s necessary for cell reproduction and cellular health during pregnancy and periods of rapid growth.

Folic Acid

Supporting red blood cell formation and healthy cell growth and function.

What is Folic Acid?

Folic acid is a water-soluble vitamin. It’s a synthetic version of folate, one of the B vitamins. “Folate” is the generic name that encompasses all forms of vitamin B9, including folic acid and 5-MTHF. Folic acid is a specific synthetic form of this vitamin. It is naturally present in many foods. Your body needs folate to make DNA and other genetic material. Your body also needs folate for your cells to divide.

Health Benefits

Taking folic acid before becoming pregnant and during early pregnancy helps prevent neural tube defects in babies.

Help red blood cells mature.

Maintaining brain health, and helping protect against Alzheimer’s disease.

Taking folate supplements reduce depression symptoms.

Help improve heart health and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Why is Folic Acid important?

Adequate folic acid is necessary during pregnancy to help prevent certain birth defects. The USDA’s 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans identifies folic acid as a nutrient needed for women in their childbearing years who are capable of becoming pregnant.

That being said, in everyone, folate helps to produce healthy red blood cells capable of transporting oxygen to each and every cell.