Folic Acid

It plays a crucial role in forming the neural tube, which later develops into the brain and spinal cord of the baby. Studies also conclude that folates are closely tied to memory, and a diet that includes a recommended daily allowance of folic acid may contribute to maintaining cognitive function in aging populations. Calcium L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate (L-5MTHF-Ca) is a high bioavailability source of folate that also addresses the needs of the percentage of the population that cannot metabolize folic acid.