Folate is a B vitamin and a necessary nutrient to prevent neural tube defects, such as spina bifida. Folic acid, a synthetic form of folate, has been added to vitamins, breakfast cereals and other ...

The PRIYA trial links adolescent B12 intake to improved long-term health outcomes in babies, emphasising the need for supplementation.

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

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 ...

Folate deficiency is associated with a tripling in the risk of developing dementia among elderly people, suggests research published ahead of print in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery and ...

Brits plagued by forgetfulness are being told to get their vitamin levels checked, as running low on a crucial nutrient can trigger symptoms similar to dementia. The NHS states that a lack of a ...