Folic acid is an important water-soluble vitamin of the B complex, which is not stored in the body for a long time, making its dietary intake necessary. Dietary sources of folic acid include green vegetables and whole grains. Modern methods of food storage and cooking lead to a reduction in folic acid levels in food, while 47% of women do not consume the minimum daily intake of 200μg/day. For this reason, folic acid supplements are often recommended.

Folic acid is characterized by significant biological actions as it:

• plays a role in the process of cell division
• contributes to the development of maternal tissue during pregnancy
• in normal amino acid synthesis
• in normal blood formation
• in normal homocysteine metabolism
• in normal psychological function
• in normal immune system function
• in the reduction of tiredness and fatigue

The chemical form of folic acid chosen is L-methylfolate calcium. L-methylfolate calcium is the metabolically active (methylated) form of folic acid, ensuring adequate metabolic coverage for all individuals, including those who are unable to methylate folic acid (polymorphisms in the MTHFR gene).