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Vitamin b9
Vitamins are essential organic compounds necessary for maintaining health and preventing diseases, with a focus on the importance of folic acid (vitamin B9) for various bodily functions and growth. Folic acid is crucial for DNA production, mental health, and reducing homocysteine levels which are linked to heart disease and depression, particularly in pregnant women. Deficiencies in folic acid can lead to a range of health issues, and while side effects from recommended doses are rare, high doses may cause adverse reactions.
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Vitamin means 'life'. Vitamins are essential organic nutrients required in small amounts for growth and health.
Casimir Funk is known as the father of vitamins.
Vitamins enhance disease resistance, prevent deficiencies, aid digestion, support health and growth.
Vitamins are classified into water soluble and fat soluble, with Folic Acid listed as water-soluble.
Folic Acid was discovered by Lucy Wills in 1933.
Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) is vital for energy metabolism, nervous system function, and overall health.
Vitamin B9 is essential for rapid growth, DNA production, mental health, and is linked with B12.
Vitamin B9, alongside B6 & B12, helps regulate homocysteine levels.
Deficiency is common, often due to conditions like alcoholism, IBD or certain medications.
Symptoms include poor growth, inflammation, loss of appetite, and irritability.
Pregnant women require more folic acid to reduce risks of autism and delayed language problems.
Vitamin B9, B6, and B12 may reduce heart disease risk by lowering homocysteine levels.
15-38% of depressed individuals show low folate levels, indicating a potential link.
Folic acid may protect against several cancers, including colon, breast, and pancreatic cancer.
Rich sources of folic acid include spinach, beans, liver, whole grains, and citrus fruits.
Recommended doses are safe, but high doses can cause side effects like stomach problems and confusion.
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Vitamin b9
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- 3. The word"vitamin" comes from the Latin word “vita”, means "life“ Vitamins are organic components in food that are needed in very small amounts for growth and for maintaining good health. Everybody must eat a certain amount of vitamins to stay healthy. Vitamins are chemicals found in very small amounts in many different foods.
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- 5. Vitamins are helpfulin the following respects (a) Build up the resistance of the body against diseases. (b) Prevent and cure various diseases caused by deficiency. (c) Help the digestion and utilization of mineral salts and Carbohydrates in the body. (d) Stimulate and give strength to digestive and nervous system. (e) Help health protection. (f) Help maintenance of proper health and normal growth.
- 6. F VITAMINS Water Soluble Fatsoluble Folic Acid
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- 9. Vitamin B9,also called folate or folic acid, is one of 8 B vitamins. All B vitamins help the body convert food (carbohydrates) into fuel (glucose), which is used to produce energy. These B vitamins, often referred to as B- complex vitamins, also help the body use fats and protein. B-complex vitamins are needed for a healthy liver, and healthy skin, hair, and eyes. They also help the nervous system function properly. Folic acid is the synthetic form of B9, found in
- 10. All the Bvitamins are water soluble, i.e. the body does not store them
- 12. Cells & tissuesrapid growth during infancy, adolescence, and pregnancy Production of DNA and RNA, Mental & emotional health Proper brain function Works closely with vitamin B12 to make RBCs
- 13. Vitamin B9 workswith vitamins B6 & B12 and other nutrients to control blood levels of the amino acid homocysteine.
- 15. It is fairlycommon to have low levels of folic acid. Alcoholism, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), and celiac disease can cause folic acid deficiency. Also, certain medications may lower levels of folic acid in the body.
- 16. Poor growth Tongue inflammation Gingivitis Lossof appetite Shortness of breath Diarrhea Irritability Forgetfulness Mental sluggishness
- 17. Pregnant women need more folic acidto lower the risk of
- 18. Prenatal folic acidsupplements is associated with a lower risk of autism. Folic acid supplements in early pregnancy was associated with a reduced risk of severe language delay in children at age 3 years. Low folate levels during pregnancy is associated with a higher risk of emotional problems in the offspring.
- 19. Folic acidreduce your risk of heart disease Especially vitamins B9, B6, and B12, help lower homocysteine levels
- 20. Depression Some studies showthat 15 to 38% of people with depression have low folate levels in their bodies. People with very low levels tend to be the most depressed
- 21. Folic acid inthe diet seems to protect against the development of some forms of cancer, including: Colon cancer Breast cancer Cervical cancer Pancreatic cancer Stomach cancer
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- 24. Brussels sprouts Limabeans Soya beans Beef Liver Brewer’s Yeast Root vegetables
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- 28. At the recommendeddaily allowance, side effects from folic acid are rare. Very high doses can cause Stomach problems Sleep problems Skin reactions Confusion Loss of appetite Nausea Seizures
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