Folic Acid is very important for the development of a healthy foetus. Deficiency is associated with an increased risk of neural tube defects - and is also associated with Megaloblastic Anemia. Folic Acid is required for the breakdown of homocysteine - and elevated homocysteine is associated with cardiovascular disease.Folic acid is required for normal DNA metabolism and is involved in genetic expression and cell division. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.