Lowers the risk of having a baby with neural tube defects.
Maintains healthy red blood cells
Source for strong bones and hair
Strengthens the immune, digestive and nervous systems
IN THE BODY The liver is the primary storage facility for Folate.
WITHDRAWALS Lack of Folate in the system can cause severe mood swings, stomach and digestive malfunctions. Complications during pregnancy may also occur. Lack of the proper Folate intake can lead to heart disease and cancer.
NATURAL FORMS Natural sources of Folate exist in leafy greens like lettuce and spinach as well as in liver, fruits and dry beans.
DAILY DOSE
Women 400 mcg
Men 400 mcg
During pregnancy 600 mcg
During breast feeding 500 mcg
OVER DOSAGE If one exceeds the recommended dosage of Folate, problems having a good night's sleep or with your stomach can easily occur.
FIGHTING AGENTS Excessive intake of estrogen, tobacco, alcohol and many other prescription or nonprescription drugs can keep your body from receiving the Folate you have taken.
SUPPLEMENTS To prevent Neural tube deficiencies that occur during pregnancy, therapeutic use of Folate supplements should be used. Other uses include skin problems, mental disorders, chronic fatigue and the prevention of cancer and heart disease.
WARNINGS Folate can stop anticonvulsant drugs from doing their job, and may blind doctors to a vitamin B12 deficiency.
