Description

Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate, which is a type of B vitamin (Vitamin B9). - Folate = the natural version, found in foods like spinach, kale, broccoli, lentils, chickpeas, avocado, citrus fruits. - Folic acid = the man-made version, added to supplements and fortified foods like cereals, breads and pasta. Folic acid / Folate is critical, as it supports processes such as:- - DNA production and repair → important for cell growth. - Red blood cell formation → prevents a type of anemia that makes you tired and weak. - Brain and nervous system support → helps with mental function and mood regulation. - Pregnancy health → crucial in the very early weeks of pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects (like spina bifida) in babies.