After being told I'm all cleared for the recent health assessment, doctor has suggested to me to start taking folic acid supplements.
just so that i don't overdose myself in the future, here's to pen down what i've found out so far:
Facts about Folic Acid
Folic acid, a B-vitamin, is necessary for proper cell growth and development of the embryo. Folic acid in a vitamin supplement, when taken one month before conception and throughout the first trimester, has been proven to reduce the risk for a Neural Tube Defect (NTD)-affected pregnancy by 50 to 70 percent.
When to eat it
Women need to get enough folic acid every day throughout their reproductive years. To prevent NTDs, a woman must take folic acid daily at least one month before she conceives and continue taking it through the first trimester.
How much is enough
Under normal circumstances, at least 400 micrograms (0.4 miligram) daily.
Larger amount i.e. 4000 micrograms (4 miligram) may be required for women who have had NTD-affected pregnancy.
Over-consumption?
Even in very high amounts, folic acid is nontoxic. Nevertheless, with the exception of women who have had a prior Neural Tube Defect (NTD)-affected pregnancy, it is recommended that women consume no more than 1,000 micrograms (1mg) of synthetic folic acid a day.
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