Hi again Shamy - Folic acid (Vitamin B) is generally obtained through the food people eat, and for those who need additional amounts it is also obtained by taking supplements. Folate occurs naturally in the following foods:
* Beans and legumes
* Citrus fruits and juices
* Wheat bran and other whole grains
* Dark green leafy vegetables
* Poultry, pork, shellfish
* Liver
Folic acid is a man-made form of folate found in supplements. Here's some links to information that will help you understand this further.
Good luck with your lab tests!
Pat
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002408.htm
http://www.drugs.com/pro/folic-acid.html
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Hi again Shamy - Folic acid (Vitamin B) is generally obtained through the food people eat, and for those who need additional amounts it is also obtained by taking supplements. Folate occurs naturally in the following foods:
* Beans and legumes
* Citrus fruits and juices
* Wheat bran and other whole grains
* Dark green leafy vegetables
* Poultry, pork, shellfish
* Liver
Folic acid is a man-made form of folate found in supplements. Here's some links to information that will help you understand this further.
January 12, 2011 - 5:16pmGood luck with your lab tests!
Pat
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002408.htm
http://www.drugs.com/pro/folic-acid.html
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