University Chemistry ›› 2024, Vol. 39 ›› Issue (9): 11-15.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202404092

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A Sightseeing Tour of Folic Acid Processing Plant

Qiuyu Ming1, Huijun Jiang2, Zhihao Zhang2   

  1. 1 School of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China;
    2 School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
  • Received:2024-04-15 Revised:2024-05-27 Published:2024-09-23
  • Contact: Zhihao Zhang E-mail:zhangzhihaochem@163.com

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Abstract: By means of visiting folic acid processing plant, this article introduces the structure, metabolism and mechanism of folic acid, and the recommendations for folic acid supplementation are given. In order to help those who need to take folic acid supplements, this article also provides a deep understanding of the functions of folic acid in the body by combining scientific and entertaining ways.

Key words: Folic acid, Structure, Metabolize, Folate cycle, Popularization of science, Recommendation