Folic acid is a water-soluble vitamin of the B group. Important sources include green leafy vegetables, legumes and berries as well as whole grain products. Folic acid is involved in a variety of metabolic processes and is important for all cell division and growth processes. If there is a deficiency, symptoms such as anaemia, digestive disorders and changes in the mucous membranes can occur. The unborn child needs folic acid so that the neural tube can close properly.
Oat flakes contain 87 µg / 100 g, which is over 20 % of the daily requirement.
