Supplementing folic acid quantitatively in advance starts from the first three months of pregnancy. A daily supplement of 400 micrograms of folic acid is a more appropriate amount. Excessive folic acid can mask the symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency, interfere with zinc metabolism, and cause zinc deficiency in pregnant women. The maximum daily supplement amount cannot exceed 1000 micrograms or 1 mg. Folic acid is a water-soluble B vitamin. Pregnant women\’s demand for folic acid is four times that of normal people. The first trimester is a critical period for the differentiation of fetal organ systems and the formation of the placenta, when cells grow and divide vigorously. Folic acid deficiency at this time can lead to fetal malformations. For example, the incidence rate of neural tube malformations in my country is about 3.8, including anencephaly, spina bifida, etc. Early spontaneous abortion can also occur.
Tablet intake + food intake is a two-pronged approach. The nutritional content of folic acid is quite special. Unlike other nutrients, it can be fully replenished through adequate food intake. Folic acid in food is not easily absorbed by the human body, and its absorption rate and conversion rate are very low. Liver foods contain more folic acid, such as pork liver, chicken liver, duck liver, etc., as well as dark green vegetables and beans. For example, spinach is rich in folate. The folic acid content of spinach is as high as 347 micrograms per 100 grams. List the first vegetable.
The absorption rate of natural folic acid in food is low, and it is lost during cooking. Folic acid deficiency is more common among women of childbearing age. It is initially estimated that about 1/3 of women have varying degrees of deficiency. This situation can be improved by supplementing folic acid. Correction and improvement.
