• Folic acid levels went down - why?

Recently I got my bloodwork done and was informed my levels of folic acid were low. I have no idea why this would be. Everything else was fine. I take B12 and D supplements daily because those were low in the past.

4 Answers

  • Family Practitioner
  • Tampa, FL

If you are not taking any medication that can reduce your folic acid level, it could be a folic acid deficiency. Ask your doctor to get a CBC (complete blood count) or you can see a specialist such as a hematologist to find the cause of it.

  • Internist
  • Forest Hills, NY

You need to take methylated folic acid since it is high absorb-able form. 1mg of folic acid is enough per day. Also eat lots green vegetables to increase folic acid in your bloodstream.

  • Internist
  • New Port Richey, FL

Most people that do not eat green vegetables get Folic acid and B-12 low. While Folic acid can be consumed in the form of tablet once a day, B-12 is given by intramuscular injections every month.

  • Internist
  • Grand Rapids, Michigan

Folic acid comes from plants and vegetables. Increase those in your diet, you can also take over-the-counter folic acid. Some medications can also interfere with folic acid absorption. Also, do not overcook foods as this takes away the folic acid.

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