Ingredient

And Folic Acid

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Folic acid is added to foods as a nutrient to help people get enough …

What it is

Folic acid is a synthetic form of the B vitamin folate. Folate is naturally found in many foods and is essential for cell growth and DNA formation. Folic acid is often added to foods to increase their folate content.

Why it's used

Folic acid is added to foods as a nutrient to help people get enough folate in their diet. It is commonly found in enriched grain products like bread, pasta, and rice, as well as in breakfast cereals and some processed snacks.

Health notes

In the U.S., folic acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as a nutrient. The FDA requires certain grain products to be enriched with folic acid to help reduce the risk of neural tube defects. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated folic acid and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence suggests that while adequate folate intake is crucial for health, very high intakes of folic acid from supplements or fortified foods might mask a vitamin B12 deficiency in some individuals.

Allergen info

Folic acid is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing And Folic Acid

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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