When you think about nutrition, folate may not be the first nutrient that comes to mind. However, this B vitamin is crucial for your health. Folate is required for DNA synthesis and forming new cells, ...

When it comes to eating healthy, most people understand how important key nutrients like protein and fats are -- but vitamins ...

Yesterday morning, the Johns Hopkins University department of Media and Public Relations released information that, as intended, created news. The written press release was titled “Too Much Folate in ...

Low levels of folate (vitamin B9) in the blood may be linked to a heightened risk of dementia and death from any cause in older people, suggests research published online in the journal Evidence Based ...

Prenatal care is essential for the health of expectant mothers and newborns alike. The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Office on Women's Health notes that babies of mothers who don't get ...

This article was reviewed by Sara Harcharik Perkins, MD. Key Takeaways: Folic acid (vitamin B9) supports healthy cell growth ...

Medically reviewed by Kayla Girgen, RD Kale is a good source of folate, but certain legumes, meat, and vegetables have more per serving.Black-eyed peas, lentils, and beef liver are some of the best ...

Doctors explain why taking folic acid before pregnancy matters, how folate status affects fertility, and when to start ...

Folate and vitamin B12 supplements how been found in some MS patients to increase energy and overall well-being by reducing homocysteine levels. Multiple sclerosis (MS) currently has no cure, but ...