what is it used for?...how good is it and does it have any side effects etc?
2007-03-25 04:42:04 · 2 answers · asked by sapphire_wisdom 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Folic acid is essential for pregnant women and women who are planning on becoming pregnant. It helps prevent a number of birth defects. Recent research shows that it might help Alzheimer's patients. It's included in multiple daily vitamins. It's also found in leafy green vegetables. Here's the Wikipedia link to folic acid:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Folic_acid
2007-03-25 04:52:31 · answer #1 · answered by Annie D 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Folic acid works along with vitamin B12 and vitamin C to help the body break down, use, and create new proteins. The vitamin helps form red blood cells and helps produce DNA, the building block of the human body, which carries genetic information.
Folic acid also helps tissues grow and cells work. Taking the right amount of folic acid before and during pregnancy helps prevent certain birth defects, including spina bifida.
Folic acid supplements may be to treat folic acid deficiency, certain menstrual problems, and leg ulcers.
2007-03-25 11:54:35 · answer #2 · answered by gramcracker541 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋