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Folic Acid 400 mcg

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What the Evidence Says

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Folic acid is a synthetic form of vitamin B9 with strong evidence supporting its role in DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation. Research indicates it is effective in reducing the risk of neural tube defects during early pregnancy. This ingredient is generally well-tolerated and recognized as safe for supplementation.

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1 Tablet(s)
Serving Size
Vitamin
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

400 mcg
Within RDA (1.0× RDA) 226 studies (A:10, B:105)
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Product Information

Directions for Use

As a dietary supplement for adults, take one (1) tablet daily with the meal of your choice.

ONE PER DAY

Formulation Notes

No yeast, wheat, gluten, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, sugar, preservatives, soy, artificial color or artificial flavor.

HEART & WOMEN'S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

Additional Information

Folic acid is part of the B vitamins and is essential for well being. Folic acid helps support heart health.

Women who consume healthful diets with adequate folate may reduce their risk of having a child with birth defects of the brain or spinal cord.

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Store at room temperature, tightly closed. .

- Essential for well being - Supports heart health - Reduces the risk of birth defects

HEART & REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH PER TABLET

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Product Details

DSLD Entry Date2015-04-24
Product TypeVitamin
FormTablet or Pill
DSLD ID44737
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

363
Research Sources
57
Avg Quality
187
Meta Analysis
56
Systematic Review
54
Rct
29
Guideline
26
Clinical Trial
6
Cochrane Review
2
Regulatory Source
1
Other
1
Openfda Safety
A Homocysteine-lowering interventions for preventing cardiovascular events
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2017 PubMed DOI
A Community-based intervention packages for reducing maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality and improving neonatal outcomes
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
A Folate Intake and Risk of Pancreatic Cancer: A Systematic Review and Updated Meta-Analysis of Epidemiological Studies
Meta Analysis Digestive diseases and sciences 2021 PubMed DOI
A The Association Between the Risk of Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy and Folic Acid: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis Journal of pharmacy & pharmaceutical sciences : a publication of the Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Societe canadienne des sciences pharmaceutiques 2021 PubMed DOI
A A Comparative Study Evaluating the Effectiveness of Folate-Based B Vitamin Intervention on Cognitive Function of Older Adults under Mandatory Folic Acid Fortification Policy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Meta Analysis Nutrients 2024 PubMed DOI
A Associations between serum Homocysteine, vitamin B9, and vitamin B12 levels and the formation of intracranial Aneurysms: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Journal of clinical neuroscience : official journal of the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia 2025 PubMed DOI
A Intake of vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin B12 and risk of coronary heart disease: a systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2019 PubMed DOI
A Beneficial effects of folic acid supplementation on lipid markers in adults: A GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of data from 21,787 participants in 34 randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2022 PubMed DOI
A Folic acid supplementation and blood pressure: a GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of 41,633 participants
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2023 PubMed DOI
A Digital tracking, provider decision support systems, and targeted client communication via mobile devices to improve primary health care
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2025 PubMed DOI
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