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Folic acid or folate is a B-complex vitamin known for many important health benefits. It is essential for red blood cell production thus helps to prevent anaemia. It is also important for preventing pregnancy defects. It is an extremely complicated vitamin with three primary components. These components are PABA (para aminobenzoic acid), glutamic acid, and pteridine. Interaction of folate or Folic acid with human body is very complicated. A healthy body can only absorb fifty percent of folate from the available ingested food folate.

Good morning friends,Today I'll explain the importance of folic acid supplementation in pregnancy.Neural tube is a structure in the developing embryo, which finally develops into the brain & spinal cord.

While others such as omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6, vitamin E, vitamin B12 and folic acid are beneficial for brain health and able to prevent Alzheimers.

Vegetarians diets are typically high in carbohydrates. Although they are high in vitamins such as beta-carotene, vitamin C, and folic acid, as well as fiber, they do not contain enough vitamin B12. Thus, if you avoid all animal foods, you may have a hard time dealing with stressful situations.

Artichoke is a highly nutritious vegetable and a great food for overall health. It has number of medicinal benefits and it doesn't contain any fat or cholesterol. Extracts of artichoke leaves and roots are excellent for the health. Artichoke tea is known for its positive effect on the digestive system. It has a very impressive nutritional profile. Artichoke contains great amounts of dietary fiber, magnesium and chromium. Also, it's a wonderful source of manganese, folic acid, Vitamin C and biotin. In addition, it contains significant amount of potassium, riboflavin, niacin, thiamine and Vitamin A. But above all, artichoke is known for its antioxidant properties. It is called the powerhouse of antioxidants and this makes it one of the best foods for heart.

Beetroot originated in southern Europe. Initially, beetroots were grown only for their leaves. But with course of time, people started discovering the amazing health benefits of beetroot. It is an excellent source of nitrate, potassium, magnesium, iron, Folic acid and vitamins like A, B6, C.