Kale is known for its high folate content, but other foods also provide the folate you need. Folate is necessary for DNA ...

Many staple foods are fortified with folic acid and can lead to many potential health benefits. Here's what to know about ...

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

"Because folate plays a crucial role in preventing neural tube defects, we tend to associate it with prenatal nutrition and supplementation. But folate is also involved in DNA synthesis, tissue ...

New California law adding folic acid to corn masa will help reduce birth defects in the Latino and Hispanic community.

High dietary folate may decrease the incidence of stroke, according to a 20-year study reported in a recent edition of Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association. Researchers found that people ...

A new bill up for debate could help reduce the risk of birth defects. The bill looks to fortify enriched grain products with ...

A new California law, penned by a Fresno assemblyman, mandates folic acid in corn tortillas to curb birth defects in Latina ...

Starting in 2025, California tortillas will contain folic acid to help prevent birth defects—a change aimed at closing a gap ...

Folic acid helps healthy cell growth, and when consumed before and during pregnancy, has been proven to prevent birth defects ...

There are two types of vitamins: the scene-stealers you *know* are important, like vitamin C, D, and magnesium, and the stage hands with little name recognition who consistently work behind-the-scenes ...

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