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What Is Vitamin B9 Folic Acid Powder？

Vitamin B9, also known as folic acid, is its class name within the B vitamin family, while “folic acid” is the chemical name for naturally occurring folates (such as green leafy vegetables). Both naturally occurring folate and synthetically produced folic acid fall under the category of vitamin B9 and are essential for cell growth, DNA synthesis, and red blood cell formation，and is particularly important for pregnant women and fetal development.

Folate and folic acid are forms of vitamin B9 used for deficiency and to prevent pregnancy complications. Many foods contain folate or have folic acid added.

Folic acid is used for preventing and treating low blood levels of folate (folate deficiency) and high blood levels of homocysteine (hyperhomocysteinemia). Folic acid is also taken during pregnancy to prevent serious birth defects such as spina bifida. Folic acid is also used for many other conditions including depression, stroke, decline in memory and thinking skills, and many others.

Sources of Folic Acid
Natural Foods:

Dark green vegetables (spinach, broccoli), legumes (lentils, chickpeas), animal liver, citrus fruits, etc.

Fortified Foods and Supplements:

Some cereals and breads are fortified with folic acid; synthetic folic acid (such as folic acid tablets) has a higher bioavailability than the natural form.

Vitamin B9 Folic Acid Powder Specifications