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400 µg of folic acid in a convenient one-a-day gummy.
Folic acid is particularly important before pregnancy and during the early weeks of pregnancy.
The NHS recommends 400 µg of folic acid every day when trying to become pregnant, ideally starting around 3 months beforehand, and continuing until 12 weeks of pregnancy.
Each Khan Nutrition Folic Acid Gummy provides 400 µg of folic acid.
The gummies are suitable for vegetarians and vegans, and they are halal.
Folic acid is the supplemental form of folate, a B vitamin.
Taking folic acid before conception and during early pregnancy reduces the chance of neural tube defects such as spina bifida.
Because the neural tube develops very early in pregnancy, NHS guidance recommends starting folic acid before becoming pregnant where possible, rather than waiting until pregnancy is well established.
For a fuller explanation, the product page already links to:
Folic Acid Before and During Pregnancy: How Much Do You Need?
Adults: Take one gummy daily.
Each gummy provides 400 µg folic acid.
Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Yes.
Some people are advised to take a higher dose of 5 mg folic acid daily before pregnancy and during the first 12 weeks because they have a greater chance of a pregnancy affected by a neural tube defect.
This higher dose is normally prescribed by a GP. NHS guidance lists circumstances including a previous neural tube defect, certain family histories, diabetes, some blood conditions and certain medicines.
If you have been advised to take 5 mg of folic acid, do not try to recreate that dose by taking multiple gummies. Follow the prescribed dose and advice from your healthcare professional.
If you are already pregnant and have not been taking folic acid, NHS guidance advises starting as soon as you find out you are pregnant.
If you have been told that you need a higher-dose folic acid prescription, use the dose recommended by your GP or other appropriate healthcare professional rather than increasing the number of gummies.
If you take regular medication, have an existing medical condition, or are unsure which folic acid dose is appropriate for you, seek suitable professional advice.
Keep out of reach of children.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
Adults
Vegetarians
Vegans
Halal
If you have any questions regarding delivery, feel free to contact us by email at: info@khan-nutrition.co.uk
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