Treatment of Folate Acid Deficiency (Folic acid or Vitamin B9 deficiency)

The treatment of folate deficiency anemia includes:

- *Folic acid supplements*: Most adults need 400 micrograms of folic acid each day, and pregnant women need 600 micrograms.
- *Dietary changes*: Eating foods rich in folic acid, such as leafy green vegetables, beans, citrus fruits, whole grains, yeast, and meats (including liver), can help manage folate deficiency anemia.
- *Treating underlying causes*: Treating underlying causes such as digestive tract problems or other diseases that may be causing folate deficiency anemia.
- *Vitamin and mineral supplements*: Taking vitamin and mineral supplements, especially vitamin B12, can help treat folate deficiency anemia.

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