Folic acid is a water-soluble B vitamin, which exists in all life systems from viruses, bacteria to humans. Because it was originally extracted from spinach leaves, it is called folic acid. Folic acid in food is converted into tetrahydrofolate, which plays an important physiological role in the body. Folic acid is a trace element in the body, the total amount is only 5-6μg, but it participates in almost all life activities and the synthesis of important substances in the body, such as protein, deoxyribonucleic acid, hemoglobin and so on, so it plays a very important role in cell division and growth. Therefore, it is good for normal women to eat folic acid. What are the benefits? Examples are as follows:

First, anti-tumor effect, folic acid can cause cancer cell apoptosis, which has a certain impact on the gene expression of tumor cells, so it belongs to a natural anti-cancer vitamin.

Second, it has a positive role in promoting the development of baby nerve cells and brain cells. Taking folic acid during pregnancy can prevent neural tube malformation and reduce the probability of congenital heart disease. At the same time, folic acid can be added to infant milk powder internationally, which is a healthy food additive.

Thirdly, folic acid can change people's mental state and is an adjuvant therapy for mental disorders.

Fourth, it has an effect on chronic gastritis, can inhibit the transformation of bronchial squamous cells, and has a positive preventive effect on coronary atherosclerosis, myocardial injury and myocardial infarction caused by homocysteine.