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Depression & folic acid - what's the relationship? Registered dietitician Elizabeth Somer, discusses how getting enough folic acid can help to reduce depression.

To Go Folic is to get enough folic acid, at least 400 mcg everyday. Folic acid is an important B Vitamin. Our bodies use it to make new cells - millions everyday. What does beauty have to do with it? Getting at least 400 mcg of folic acid daily may give you stronger and healthier hair, skin. FREE VITAMINS! It's hard to get the folic acid you need from food. That is why the SF Department of Public Health is offering San Francisco women, ages 14 - 44, free multi-vitamins with a day's supply of folic acid. Click here to find out how to get yours.

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All women need folic acid!

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Folic acid is an important B vitamin. Your body uses it to grow healthy cells. Folic acid gives you healthier hair, skin and nails. It can help to keep your heart healthy. Taking a multi-vitamin with folic acid may also reduce your risk of breast, cervical and colon cancer. Click here to learn more.

Thinking about getting pregnant? Help your baby be healthy before you even get pregnant!

positive pregnancy test You need to get at least 400 mcg of folic acid daily BEFORE you get pregnant to help your baby grow properly. Take it 3 months before to lower your baby's chances of having a serious birth defect of the brain or spine (NTD). Take it one year before and you may decrease your risk for early labor, which can have serious consequences for both you and your baby. Click here to learn more.

AUGUST CALENDAR

In August, come see us at one of the community events below. Pick up a bottle of vitamins or a Go Folic! souvenier. You could also win a prize!

Homeless Prenatal Program Health Fair
Date: Friday, August 20, 2010
Time: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: 2500 18th Street, SF

Noriega Street Food Fair
Date: Saturday, August 21, 2010
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Noriega Street between 31st and 33rd Avenues

Frequently Asked Questions

1. I live in San Francisco. How do I get my free vitamins?

2. I do not live in San Francisco. Can I still get free vitamins?

3. I don’t like to take pills. How else can I get folic acid?

4. What foods have folate?

5. What is the best way to take my multi-vitamins?

© 2010 SFDPH MCAH Go Folic! Women’s Nutrition Project | This project was made possible by a grant from the Vitamin Cases Consumer Settlement Fund. Created as a result of an antitrust class action, one of the purposes of the Fund is to improve the health and nutrition of California consumers.