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Vitamin B9

Vitamin B9 at a Glance

  • Primary Role: Critical for DNA synthesis, cell growth, and healthy pregnancy.
  • Classification: Vitamin
  • Solubility Type: Water-Soluble
  • Measurement Unit: mg_DFE
  • Also Known As: Folate , Folic Acid
  • Best Taken:Anytime · With Or Without Food

Absorption & Storage

Water-soluble vitamins are not stored in large amounts, so regular intake matters. Excess is usually excreted in urine, so consistent daily intake is more important than loading doses.

Males

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 400 mg_DFE
14–18 years 400 mg_DFE
19–30 years 400 mg_DFE
31–50 years 400 mg_DFE
50+ years 400 mg_DFE

Females

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 400 mg_DFE
14–18 years 400 mg_DFE
19–30 years 400 mg_DFE
31–50 years 400 mg_DFE
50+ years 400 mg_DFE
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Why do you need Vitamin B9? Getting enough Vitamin B9 is essential because it naturally critical for dna synthesis, cell growth, and healthy pregnancy.

When is the best time to take Vitamin B9? Folate can be taken with or without food at any time of day. source

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