vitamin b9 (folate)

How Much Folate Do Women Need?

The recommended daily allowance (RDA) for folate varies depending on age and life stage:
Women aged 14 and older: 400 micrograms (mcg) per day
Pregnant women: 600 mcg per day
Breastfeeding women: 500 mcg per day
Women planning to become pregnant should start taking a folic acid supplement at least one month before conception and continue throughout pregnancy.

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