Folate, also known as vitamin B9 or folic acid, is an essential nutrient for the human body. Many foods naturally contain folate, such as dark-green leafy vegetables, beans, whole grains, and eggs ...
However, in commemoration of World Folic Acid Awareness Week which ends today, let’s look at some of the benefits folic acid has on your baby’s development. What is folic acid? Folic acid is a ...
Folate is an essential nutrient for women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant. Also known as vitamin B9, folate is vital for the development of the fetal brain and spinal cord.
More information: Vrati M. Mehra et al, Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors with Unawareness of Folic Acid Benefits Prior to Pregnancy: Results From Canadian Community Health Survey, Journal of ...
Folic acid is to be added to non-wholemeal wheat flour in the UK to help prevent birth defects. Adding folic acid to flour could prevent around 200 cases of neural tube defects, such as spina ...