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• Many side effects of estrogen treatments are also signs of folic acid deficiency (Alzheimer's, atherosclerosis, stroke, heart attack, osteoporosis, depression, hearing problems).
  
  
• Folic acid is necessary for the maintenance of our DNA—adenine and thymine can't be made without it.
  
  
• Low folic acid means high homocysteine, which is very bad for heart health and maybe for some cancers. Adding B6 and B12 also help with homocysteine levels.
  
  
• 38% of people with depression have low folic acid. Adding it can help with the depression in these people.
  
  
• Low folic acid levels are connected to cervical cancer.
  
  
• A Harvard Medical School study indicated that women taking folic acid had a four times lower risk of developing colon cancer.
  
  
• Diabetes patients tend to have high homocysteine, so folic acid might help with that.
  
  
• Cooking destroys folate, so spinach salad is the best food source.
  
  
• The best recommendation is to take a B complex because the B vitamins work together.

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Recommended for Hysterectomy Recovery

The HysterSisters Store has gathered products made specifically for your recovery from surgery. Here are the best sellers we can recommend to help you:

• The Great Binder Set - We have made it very easy for you and combined the two best binders and the Silky Sac into a great set to save you money! Our favorite is the Perfect Pocket binder with cold/hot packs!
• Deluxe Hyst Prep Set - As you plan, we've gathered the best products into one set for special pricing.
• Post-Op Panty - These great panties speed recovery, and reduces scarring. They contain a medical-grade silicone panel over incision to reduce scar's apperance while they provide support to weakened muscles and tissues from surgery. Excellent!
• Softest Bra Ever - When you want to wear something, but feel nothing. This is the softest bra ever, in microfiber with no hardware or tags to chafe or dig! The comfort-ribbed underband stays in place gently, so it is perfect for sleeping and lounging.
• HysterSisters Accessory Kit - Are you a HysterSisters fan? This set has a fun collection of HysterSisters items.
• Very Private Moisture - Once your doctor gives you the green light for intimacy, this is the stuff! This is a best selling product with a high rate of permanent, satisfied, repeat customers! Relieves vaginal dryness instantly, protects tissue & enhances intimacy. "Buy it for the problem, use it for the pleasure."