Vitamin b9

a ppt about vitamins especially about vitamin b9 or folate or folic acid
this is definitely helpful for medical students
prepared based on their characteristics

1. Introduction

2. The word "vitamin" comes from the Latin word “vita”, means "life“ Vitamins are organic components in food that are needed in very small amounts for growth and for maintaining good health. Everybody must eat a certain amount of vitamins to stay healthy. Vitamins are chemicals found in very small amounts in many different foods.

3. Father of vitamins Casimir Funk

4. Vitamins are helpful in the following respects (a) Build up the resistance of the body against diseases . (b) Prevent and cure various diseases caused by deficiency . (c) Help the digestion and utilization of mineral salts and Carbohydrates in the body. (d) Stimulate and give strength to digestive and nervous system. (e) Help health protection . (f) Help maintenance of proper health and normal growth .

5. F VITAMINS Water Soluble Fat soluble Folic Acid

6. VITAMIN B 9 ( folic acid )

7. Discovered by LUCY WILLS in 1933

8. Vitamin B9, also called folate or folic acid , is one of 8 B vitamins. All B vitamins help the body convert food (carbohydrates) into fuel (glucose), which is used to produce energy . These B vitamins, often referred to as B-complex vitamins , also help the body use fats and protein. B-complex vitamins are needed for a healthy liver , and healthy skin , hair, and eyes . They also help the nervous system function properly. Folic acid is the synthetic form of B9 , found in supplements and fortified foods, while folate occurs naturally in foods.

9. All the B vitamins are water soluble, i.e. the body does not store them

10. Health effects of folic acid

11. Vitamin B9 works with vitamins B6 & B12 and other nutrients to control blood levels of the amino acid homocysteine .

12. Deficiency of Folic acid

13. It is fairly common to have low levels of folic acid. Alcoholism, Inflammatory B owel Disease ( IBD ), and celiac disease can cause folic acid deficiency. Also, certain medications may lower levels of folic acid in the body.

14. Poor growth Tongue inflammation Gingivitis Loss of appetite Shortness of breath Diarrhea Irritability Forgetfulness Mental sluggishness Folic acid deficiency can cause

15. Pregnant women need more folic acid to lower the risk of

16. Prenatal folic acid supplements is associated with a lower risk of autism . Folic acid supplements in early pregnancy was associated with a reduced risk of severe language delay in children at age 3 years. Low folate levels during pregnancy is associated with a higher risk of emotional problems in the offspring. Birth Defects

17. Folic acid reduce your risk of heart disease Especially vitamins B9, B6, and B12, help lower homocysteine levels Heart Disease

18. Depression Some studies show that 15 to 38% of people with depression have low folate levels in their bodies. People with very low levels tend to be the most depressed

19. Folic acid in the diet seems to protect against the development of some forms of cancer, including: Colon cancer Breast cancer Cervical cancer Pancreatic cancer Stomach cancer

20. Dietary Sources

21. Spinach Dark leafy greens Asparagus Turnip Beet root Mustard greens

22. Brussels sprouts Lima beans Soya beans Beef Liver Brewer’s Yeast Root vegetables

23. Whole grains Wheat germ Bulgar wheat Kidney beans White beans Lima beans

24. Salmon Orange juice Avocado Milk

25. Precautions

26. At the recommended daily allowance, side effects from folic acid are rare. Very high doses can cause Stomach problems Sleep problems Skin reactions Confusion Loss of appetite Nausea Seizures

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