CMV infection during pregnancy and impact on fetal health

 Folic acid is a component of vitamin B found in foods as well as nutritional supplements

The best food sources of folic acids are fortified cereals, citrus fruits, dark green vegetables, bread and rice

Benefits of folic acid before pregnancy

1. Prevents neural tube defects 

Taking folic acid helps in the neural development of the fetus which later grows into the spinal cord and brain of the baby. Folic acid also prevents birth defects before pregnancy or in the first days of pregnancy during the formation of the central nervous system.

2. Red blood cell production

Folic acid does not only benefit the baby during pregnancy; It also plays a vital role in the overall health of the mother. The formation of red blood cells and a deficiency of folic acid may lead to anemia. Eating sufficient amounts of folic acid before and during pregnancy helps reduce the risk of anemia.

3. Support fetal growth

4. Prevention of congenital heart defects

5. Enhancing the chances of pregnancy

Does folic acid help with pregnancy?

It is possible that one of the most important reasons for not getting pregnant is the presence of fertility problems in men. Folic acid helps treat some fertility problems in men, as it provides the following benefits:

Increases the fertility rate in men.

Strengthens sperm.

Protects sperm from abnormalities and deformities.

Increases sexual ability in men.

Benefits of folic acid for women during pregnancy

• It prevents the fetus from suffering from malformations, such as: neural tube or spinal cord defects

• It prevents the fetus from developing anemia, or what is called anemia.

• It protects the fetus from birth defects, such as cleft lip, or low fetal weight.

• Protects against premature birth and miscarriage.

• Reduces the risk of preeclampsia