folic
adj. C1 Advanced US //ˈfɑɫɪk// folic
adj. relating to the vitamin B9 that helps your body make new cells. It is especially important for pregnant women to stay healthy.
adj. relating to folic acid or folate, a B-complex vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and cell division. Often used in medical or nutritional contexts to describe the presence or deficiency of this nutrient.
The doctor recommended a folic acid supplement for the pregnancy.
A folic acid deficiency can lead to serious health issues, including anemia and developmental problems in unborn babies.
Public health initiatives often involve the fortification of staple foods with folic acid to prevent neural tube defects in the general population, particularly among women of childbearing age.