Health Aid Folic Acid 400μg is one of the best known of the B vitamins. Highly recommended for any woman planning a pregnancy or in the first trimester in order to guard against spina bifida. However Health Aid Folic Acid 400μg can also benefit others as it has been shown to help prevent cardiovascualar disease as well as improve emotiional conditions such as depression.
Folic Acid is a member of the B group of vitamins and is utilised by the body in the production of nucleic acids and DNA. It helps in the utilization of sugar, amino acids and the division of body cells.
Folic Acid is essential for everyone to help maintain healthy blood cell formation, heart function and for the correct transmission of genetic information (DNA) used in the creation of new cells. Folic Acid is therefore of particular importance to women contemplating pregnancy, the UK Government’s Chief Medical Officer advises that all women should take a 400ug Folic Acid supplement from pre-conception through to the twelfth week of pregnancy to help prevent birth defects such as Spina Bifida.
Folic acid assists the improvement of appetite and promotes healthier-looking hair. It is also beneficial against anaemia.
Directions
Adults and children over 12 years of age, one tablet daily as a valuable supplement.
Serving Amount
Per tablet:
Folic acid: 400μg
Ingredients
Bulking agent ( Lactose, Microcrystalline cellulose ), Anti caking agent ( *Magnesium stearate, *Stearic acid ), Folacin ( Folic acid ).
*From vegetable source. Free from: Yeast, Gluten, Salt, Sugar, Artificial Colour, Preservatives & Flavouring. Suitable for Vegetarians.
