1,000 mcg helps support normal early development of the fetal brain and spinal cord.
Considering having your first baby or adding to your family? Then folic acid should be at the top of your vitamin list! Folic acid is critical for supporting normal early development of the fetal brain and spinal cord and preventing neural tube defects. It’s recommended that women of reproductive age supplement with folic acid prior to conception, during the first several weeks after conception, and all the way through pregnancy.
Health First Folic Acid contains 1 mg of folic acid in a convenient capsule form.
Features & Benefits:
- Contains 1 mg folic acid
- Helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects
- Can help produce red blood cells
Folic Acid (also known as folate or folacin) is an important member of the B vitamin complex. As Folic Acid is the vitamin most commonly deficient in human diets, supplementation is vital to maintaining health.
Folic Acid is also beneficial in reducing the concentration of homocysteine in the body. High homocysteine levels have been cited as a factor in the development of arteriosclerosis and osteoporosis. Homocysteine causes arteriosclerosis by weakening the walls of blood vessels.
Dosage: Adults (19 years and older): Take 1 tablet daily with water or as directed by a health care practitioner.
Medicinal Ingredients:
Each capsule contains
Folic Acid (folate): 1 mg
Non-medicinal ingredients:
Microcrystalline cellulose, dicalcium phosphate dihydrate, magnesium stearate.
Cautions & Warnings:
Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or if you have a medical condition. Folate supplementation can mask a vitamin B12 deficiency. Consult a health care practitioner if you are uncertain whether or not you are taking adequate vitamin B12.
Natural Product Number (NPN): 80109817
Free From: artificial flavours, artificial colours, corn, dairy, gluten, soy, sugar, yeast, and GMOs. Vegan friendly!
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*Results may vary from person to person