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  1. Folate (folic acid) - Mayo Clinic

    Nutritional folate deficiency is treated with oral folic acid supplements. This type of deficiency is no longer a problem in many countries that fortify foods ...

  2. Folic Acid (Oral Route, Injection Route) Description and Brand Names - Mayo Clinic

    Folic acid (vitamin B 9) is necessary for strong blood. Lack of folic acid may lead to anemia (weak blood). Your health care professional may treat this by ...

  3. Mayo Clinic Q and A: Get the Facts Before Taking Folic Acid

    Folic acid is an essential component of prenatal vitamins and typically is included in multivitamin and vitamin B complex supplements. You also can get a ...

  4. Folic Acid (Oral Route, Injection Route) Proper Use - Mayo Clinic

    If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses. Storage. Store the dietary ...

  5. Prenatal vitamins: Why they matter, how to choose - Mayo Clinic

    Folic acid helps prevent neural tube defects. These defects are serious abnormalities of the fetal brain and spinal cord. · Iron supports the development of the ...

  6. Home Remedies: Can folic acid supplements slow cognitive decline? - Mayo Clinic News Network

    QUESTION: I've heard that folic acid supplements can improve cognitive function in older adults. Could those with Alzheimer's disease also benefit from ...

  7. Prenatal vitamins: OK for women who aren't pregnant? - Mayo Clinic

    Having enough folate from food, or folic acid from supplements and fortified food, at the start of a pregnancy lowers the risk of certain birth defects. The ...

  8. Heavy periods: Can folic acid help? - Mayo Clinic

    Heavy periods may cause iron deficiency anemia. Folic acid supplements can't treat that.

  9. Pregnancy diet: Focus on these essential nutrients - Mayo Clinic

    Folate and folic acid — Prevent brain and spinal cord birth problems · Calcium — Strengthen bones · Vitamin D — Promote bone strength · Protein — Promote growth.

  10. Folic Acid (Oral Route, Injection Route) Side Effects - Mayo Clinic

    Rare · Fever · general weakness or discomfort · reddened skin · shortness of breath · skin rash or itching · tightness in chest · troubled breathing · wheezing.