Folic acid is a B vitamin needed for cell replication and growth. Folic acid helps form building blocks of DNA (the body's genetic information), and building blocks of RNA (needed for protein synthesis in all cells). Therefore, rapidly growing tissues, such as those of a fetus, and rapidly regenerating cells, like red blood cells and immune cells, have a high need for folic acid. Folic acid deficiency results in a form of anemia that responds quickly to folic acid supplementation. Folic acid also promotes healthy homocysteine levels, essential for heart health. Unless otherwise advised by your doctor, it is generally advised to take vitamin B12 with folic acid, because folic acid has the potential of hiding a vitamin B12 deficiency.
Average Customer Rating:
4.8 out of 5
27 of 27 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
best value for vitamin D,
July 4, 2008
By needvitaminDfrom Cape Cod, MA
Value:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"This is the Best Buy for vitamin D, and the shipping is really fast!"
Age:
65-74
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Physician
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
"I was unable to find this mg of product anywhere. And this was a great price. I keep coming back and would recommend it to others."
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Physician
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
A bargain,
March 2, 2008
By Marrow4Ufrom New England
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I have been on 1 mg Folic Acid for years which I have got through my pharmacy. At one point insurance picked up the cost but then they stopped. 20 pills would cost me $11. I spoke to my Doctor and send him the info off the page asking if these were as good as fron the pharmacy and he said they were fine. I got 400 pills for $10 and do not have worry about the pharmacy any more. Why should the pharmacy make $130 a year from me for less than $10."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Physician
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
Great product, great price!,
March 1, 2008
By Sharginfrom Georgia
Value:
4
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"Very good product, very good price. I appreciate the value and how quickly they arrive when I submit my order. No more going out and hunting all the supplements I take, vitacost has everything and at great prices! I use this folic acid for pregnancy and also because of the other benefits of the supplement. I will not stop taking it after the baby arrives. Folic acid is good for so many other health concerns."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
Wise choice to order from Vitacost,
January 17, 2008
By Nitafrom Ft Lauderdale, FL
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I would definitely recommend this product to all my friends. Along with the vitamin B12 and vitamin e capsules, these three products not only help with energy adn sluggishness, it has definitely helped my hair and skin from the inside out. Thank you so much Vitacost for giving recommended products options to go alon with a single product when customers order."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Enhanced performance
Duration of use:
30-60 days
I use this to help me deal with Asacol Medication,
November 17, 2007
By IBDGuyfrom Chicago, IL
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I have IBD and when I started taking Asacol to deal with my IBD (I have pan-colitis) I started losing my hare LOTS of it. After much research I was able to find that this medication sucks all the folic acid out of your body. I take between 2 to 4 mg a day ( I ramped up to be safe) and now my hair is back like I was in my 20's also my nails grow like I was a teenager! I noticed my nails slow down in thier growth per month after I passed 30. a MUST buy if you take ASACOL for IBD!"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
"I looked all over for this product with a certain mg. size and could not find it anywhere, even the big name stores. I find it at Vitacost and for a good price too!. I would highly recommend this online store."
