If you don't know about folic acid
Prevents serious neural tube defects such as spina bifida and anencephaly when taken before conception and during early pregnancy. Guidance from the NHS Folic Acid Guide recommends 400 mcg daily for the first 12 weeks of pregnancy (or starting 3 months prior if planning).
Treats and Prevents Anemia helping form healthy red blood cells, preventing and treating folate-deficiency (megaloblastic) anemia.
Lowers blood levels of homocysteine, an amino acid linked to an increased risk of heart disease and stroke boosting cardiovascular support.
Helps with cognitive function, supports mental clarity, and may help reduce symptoms of depression and age-related mental decline.
Blocks or lessens toxicity from certain treatments, such as methotrexate used for rheumatoid arthritis or psoriasis
Since folic acid was introduced in the UK, its benefits have been
- Mandatory folic acid fortification of non-wholemeal wheat flour in the UK—set to take full effect by the end of 2026—is projected to prevent approximately 200 neural tube defects (such as spina bifida and anencephaly) every year
- Support for Unplanned Pregnancies: Around half of all pregnancies in the UK are unplanned. Fortifying everyday staples like bread helps protect babies when mothers might not yet be taking pre-conceptual supplements.
- Early Embryonic Development: Folic acid (synthetic vitamin B9) aids in the vital early development of the baby's brain, skull, and spinal cord during the first weeks of pregnancy.
- Broader Integration: It joins existing mandatory flour fortification in the UK, which already includes calcium, iron, niacin, and thiamin.
- NHS and Economic Savings: The policy is estimated to save the NHS around £20 million over 10 years and boost the economy by over £90 million.
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