x2 solgar - Folic acid 800 mcg - 2x100 tablets - Keeping your heart healthy   And the blood vessels

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folic acid is one of the most essential vitamins for the proper functioning of our bodies. It helps in building body cells, in proper metabolism, in DNA replication and in inhibiting the genetic changes that cause cancer. Folic acid is important for periods when there is growth and accelerated development like during pregnancy and infancy. The central role of folic acid in cell division makes it a recommended component for taking during the maternal body preparation and subsequent stages.

Folic acid is a vitamin belonging to the B vitamins group (also called B9) and together with vitamins B12 and B6 it prevents high levels of homocysteine ​​which causes heart disease and other chronic diseases. Folate intake also helps to produce red blood cells and prevent anemia in infants, children and adults.
Folic acid can be consumed naturally by eating leafy vegetables such as spinach, mangold, cabbage and turnip. It is also found in peas and other legumes, sprouts, peanuts, cereals and other types of vegetables and fruits. Another source of folic acid is heavy.

The importance of folic acid before and during pregnancy

Health authorities around the world have stated the importance of folic acid for the proper development of the fetal brain, nervous system and various body systems during pregnancy. Taking folic acid contributes to preventing a pregnancy complication called preeclampsia and a marked reduction in the risk of developing birth defects in the fetal neural tract. Worldwide and also in Israel, pregnant women and women of childbearing age recommend consuming a daily dose of folic acid.

The recommended dosage of folic acid for women of childbearing potential for pregnancy is 400mg / day (minimum, up to 1mg / day). For women who have previously given birth to a baby, to couples with a family background of nervous system disorder, to diabetic patients and overweight - it is recommended to take folic acid at 5 mg / day a month before pregnancy and for 3 months from the start. This high dose is given by a female doctor. only.

During the first trimester of pregnancy, folic acid levels are estimated to be about 906 microns per liter, which helps in placental rooting and development, improves the function of the blood vessels lining the uterus and placenta, and streamlines the blood supply to the uterus and placenta.

Phenomena resulting from folic acid deficiency

Folic acid deficiency can manifest in symptoms such as depression and various health problems. A common manifestation of folate deficiency is megaloblastic anemia (macrocytic) - with red blood cells also changing in size and shape. An abnormal distribution of the white blood cell nucleus.

Pregnant folate deficiency can also cause blood clots (thrombophilia) due to high levels of homocysteine, and high prevalence of cardiovascular disease, including coronary heart disease (myocardial infarction, myocardial infarction), stroke and peripheral blood vessels. Among the elderly, folic acid deficiency is associated with hearing problems.
In addition, deficiency of folic acid can manifest in gastrointestinal phenomena such as intestinal absorption, diarrhea, tongue pain and loss of appetite.

•     Anemia treatment due to vitamin B12 deficiency and folic acid.
•     Completion is essential during the pre-pregnancy and gestation period itself.
•     Prevention of high levels of homocysteine.
•     Maintain cardiovascular health.
•     Prevention of depression in the elderly, combined with vitamin B12.

•     kosher Parve.
•     Also suitable for vegetarians.
•     Available in packs of 100 tablets. 

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