Folic acid is required for the multiplication and maturation of red cell ..as we all know that this red cell distribute oxygen to our body and helps it to remain active. The folic acid is maximum deficient in children and pregnant women.w folic acid present in both in animal and plant foods.fresh green leafy vegetable ,liver ,pulses are the good source of this vitamin.
Like folic acid vitamin B12 is also involved in the maturation of cells. This vitamin is also required for proper functioning of central nervous system and also required for metabolism of folic acid.
VitaminB12 synthesized by bacteria and is present in only animal foods. Most of the Indians who depends on vegetarian diet deficient from this vitamin.
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