What happens if you don't have enough folate? If you don't get enough folate from your food, you may feel tired, irritable, weak or forgetful (quick reminder: folate is called folate only in the form of supplements) or you may suffer from insomnia.
Read MoreHow much folate do you need? Women who want a baby need 400 micrograms of folate in the first trimester. This is twice the daily recommended dose (200mcg) that adults usually need. Although a healthy and balanced diet will provide folate, it is still worth taking supplements.
Read MoreWhen should you start taking folate/L Methylfolate? You should start taking folate immediately after trying to get pregnant - and continue taking supplements until the 12th week of pregnancy. "Once you start thinking about having children, it is recommended that you start taking folate. Therefore......
Read MoreWhat are the health benefits of folate? Adequate folate levels in our bodies are associated with some health benefits. Folate reduces the following risks: Neural tube defect (birth defect); Vision loss or macular degeneration associated with aging; Certain types of cancer (i.e. esophageal ca......
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