folate (folic acid) level is >30.0.. reference range is >10.3. is my result ok?

Question

Can low folate (folic acid) levels result in numbness and tingly sensations in a person's feet and legs?

Answer 1

Yes.: Your folate (folic acid) level is fine. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex.

Answer 2

Citrus: Any kind of citrus juice is good for folic acid, like orange or grapefruit.

Answer 3

Citrus Juices: Many fruits (and their juices) are good sources of folic acid, but citrus fruits are highest with orange juice in the lead. Other folate-rich fruit juices: grapefruit, grapes, banana, cantaloupe, papaya, & strawberries. Beet, spinach, & carrot juice make good choices too. These foods as regular solids provide folate of course in the diet as well.

Answer 4

Adult multivitamin: An over the counter adult multivitamin has enough.

Answer 5

Folic acid: 400 micrograms. Any 'over 50' multivitamin should be fine.

Answer 6

Many foods: In the US, many grain foods are fortified with folate (folic acid). Concentrations are the highest in liver, yeast, spinach, other greens, and nuts.

Answer 7

Legumes, greens &...: Folic acid is a synthetic chemical added to "enriched grains" such as breakfast cereals and pasta. Folate (folic acid) is the naturally occurring form and is found in many foods the best sources are legumes (beans, lentils, peas), leafy greens (esp. Dark ones like spinach & kale), asparagus, strawberries, avocado & liver. See http://www.Folicacidnow.Net/foodchart.Html for a detailed list.

Answer 8

Folic Acid: A Folic Acid deficiency can present with fatigue, oral ulcerations, tongue swelling, graying hair and inadequate growth.

Answer 9

400 micrograms in mo: 400 micrograms daily is the recommended amount.. An unrestricted balanced diet provides this without supplementation in most cases. If you areon certain meds eg Methotrexate or have a restricted diet eg vegan / allergies this may not apply to you.

folate (folic acid) level is >30.0.. reference range is >10.3. is my result ok?

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