11-Apr-2020 | Market Research Store
Globally there are over 60 countries that have mandated that the flour should include folic acid. This is due to the fact that it helps in increasing the intake of vitamin B9 in pregnant women. This is considered as one of the effective methods to protect the infants from neural defects such as spina bifida. It is a malformation of spinal bones which can later lead to paralysis. The women in their fertile age are compelled to take 400mcg folic acid supplement along with a diet that includes leafy vegetables, peas, and beans.
In 1998, the US had introduced flour that was fortified with folic acid which leads to decrease in the birth defects of around 1,300 babies. Studies have claimed that are many other benefits of folic acid.
A new study has revealed that the exposure of phthalates in utero is somehow connected with the development of autistic traits in boys aged 3 to 4. Phthalates are chemical compounds that are used as solvents in the consumer and cosmetic products. This chemical is hormone-disrupting and is found in the mother’s breastmilk and pregnant women’s urine.
Environmental Health Perspectives has research published that suggested that if the pregnant women during her first trimester get her required dose of 400mcg folic acid on daily basis the chances that her baby boy inheriting any kind of birth defects reduces at a substantial rate.
So the women are recommended that during their fertile age they should avoid using products that have harmful plastic packaging. They should always opt for products that are free from harmful chemicals such as phthalate. It is also recommended that they should prefer foods that are unprocessed or are gently processed. Any kind of supplements that are taken should always be doctor recommended.
A recent report published by the Market Research Store on the global folic acid market registers that the market anticipates witnessing a good growth rate during the forecast period.
https://www.marketresearchstore.com/report/global-folic-acid-vitamin-b9-market-outlook-2019-561113