What are the functions of folic acid tablets

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Folic acid for pregnant families, should be very familiar with, under normal circumstances, the hospital will provide free folic acid tablets, folic acid what role, it is estimated that some people do not understand, today we look at the role of folic acid tablets.

What are the functions of folic acid tablets

First of all, reducing the incidence of neonatal congenital defects and increasing folic acid intake are particularly important during pregnancy. Lack of folic acid in expectant mothers will lead to weight loss and increase the risk of neural tube defects. All women of childbearing age took 400 micrograms of folic acid supplement daily from the first three months of pregnancy.

The second is to promote the development of neural cells and brain cells in infants. Foreign studies have shown that adding folic acid to infant food under 3 years old can help promote the growth of brain cells and improve intelligence. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved folic acid as a health food additive in infant milk powder.

Third: finally, maintain breast health. Folic acid can reduce the level of homocysteine. Anti tumor effect, foreign researchers found that folic acid can cause cancer cell apoptosis. The use of folic acid in China is more cost-effective and more suitable for China's national conditions. For example, "antihypertensive drugs plus folic acid.".

matters needing attention

Folic acid is not only suitable for pregnant and infant, it also has some other functions. For example, inhibition of tumor and so on are not introduced one by one here, and there are many advantages.