Folic Acid is a water soluble vitamin and a member of the B complex family. It is measured in micrograms (mcg.). It is essential to formulate of red blood cells and aids in protein metabolism. The Recommended Daily Allowance for adults is 400 mcg., and should be taken twice as much by pregnant and lactating women. This vitamin is important for the production of nucleic acids. It is essential for division of body cells and for the utilization of sugar and amino acids.
It is good for improving lactation. It helps protect against intestinal parasites and food poisoning. It helps promote healthier-looking skin. It acts as an analgesic for pain. It may delay hair graying when used with pantothenic acid and PABA. It helps to increase the appetite. It also helps as a preventative against canker sores and wards off anemia.
The best natural sources for folic acid are deep-green leafy vegetables, carrots, tortula yeast, liver, egg yolk, cataloupe, apricots, pumpkins, avocados, beans, whole wheat and dark rye flour.
There are no known toxic effects, though some people have experienced an allergic skin reactions.
It's enemies are water, sulfa drugs, sunlight, estrogen, food processing, and heat.
Supplements are usually supplied in 400mcg and 800mcg strengths. Most used daily dose is 400mcg.
You should increase your intake of folic acid intake, also if you take vitamin C. It is also suggested that if you are getting sick, you should take a stress supplement which has folic acid in it.
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