• Which foods contain folate?

    Which foods contain folate?

    Which foods contain folate? Many foods are naturally rich in folate, but folate dissolves in water and is easily destroyed by cooking. It is best to lightly cook vegetables or eat them raw. Microwave or steam cooking is best.

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  • Why is folate important for pregnancy?

    Why is folate important for pregnancy?

    Why is folate important for pregnancy? Folate and folic acid are important for pregnancy because they can help prevent birth defects known as neural tube defect, such as spina bifida.

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  • What is folate and folic acid and L Methylfolate?

    What is folate and folic acid and L Methylfolate?

    What is folate and folic acid and L Methylfolate? Folate is a B group vitamin needed for healthy growth and development. It is known as ‘folate’ when it is found naturally in food, such as leafy green vegetables, fruits and legumes. ‘Folic acid’ is the synthetic form of folate and is added to food, such as bread and breakfast cereals, or used in dietary supplements.

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  • Why is folate especially important for individuals who can become pregnant?

    Why is folate especially important for individuals who can become pregnant?

    Why is folate especially important for individuals who can become pregnant? Folate is important for lowering the risk of serious problems that occur during pregnancy that can affect the baby’s brain (anencephaly) and spine (spina bifida).

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  • How much folate do I need?

    How much folate do I need?

    How much folate do I need? The amount of folate you need depends on your age, but most adults can rely on the Daily Value (DV) to find out how much folate to consume. The Daily Values (DV) are reference amounts (in grams, milligrams, or micrograms) of nutrients to consume or not to exceed each day.

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  • The source of folate and folic acid

    The source of folate and folic acid

    The source of folate and folic acid You also get folate by eating foods fortified with folic acid. Folic acid is a form of folate that can be added to foods during the manufacturing process. Foods that are fortified with folic acid include: enriched breads, flours, pastas, rice, and cornmeal; fortified corn masa flour (used to make corn tortillas and tamales, for example); and certain fortified breakfast cereals. Folate is also found in certain dietary supplements.

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