Several studies have revealed the importance of some vitamins in shaping the body’s structure and their role in helping to grow by playing an essential role in some functions.

Vitamin "B9" plays a major role, especially with pregnant women, as some studies have indicated that a deficiency of this vitamin may cause birth defects in the fetus.

This vitamin is called "folic acid" or "folate” and is considered as one of the most important vitamins necessary for a healthy body, especially for women who want to have children.

This vitamin is involved in the formation of 7 very important functions in the body, which are: cell division and formation, protein metabolism, energy metabolism, growth process, red blood cell formation, strengthening the human immune system, in addition to getting rid of symptoms of fatigue, according to Al-Jazeera Net.

Folate contributes to the proper growth of red blood cells, and it is necessary to feed the woman's body during the first periods of pregnancy with this vitamin to reduce the risk of birth defects, especially in the brain and spine of the fetus.

Signs of vitamin deficiency

Studies have indicated that adults who have a vitamin B9 deficiency suffer from several symptoms, such as breathing difficulties, paleness and anemia, in addition to gastrointestinal diseases, poor concentration, sleep disturbances, insomnia, fatigue.

Natural sources of vitamin B9

A balanced diet is one of the most important sources of this vitamin because it is found in most animal and plant foods, but large quantities of it can be obtained by eating sea fish, tuna, liver, eggs, milk, and yogurt.

As for vegetables, it is recommended to cook vegetables partially because this vitamin is very sensitive to temperatures, and it is found in lentils, beans, apples, and bananas in addition to spinach, peas, tomatoes, carrots, cabbage, and other foods.

Source: sputnik news

 by: Maiada Mossad