Inadequate intake of dietary folate is associated with an increased risk of preterm birth, but evidence is limited in low-income settings, including the study area. This study examines the association ...

The relationship between maternal serum folate levels during pregnancy and febrile seizures (FS) in offspring remains unclear. This study assessed the association between maternal serum folate levels ...

Why is folic acid often recommended during periods? Heavy periods increase the risk of anemia due to repeated blood loss. Folic acid supports the production and maturation of red blood cells, helping ...

When we hear folic acid, the first thought that comes to mind is pregnancy. Doctors prescribe it routinely to women wondering how to get pregnant or expecting mothers to prevent birth defects. But ...

Although they number from 1 (thiamine) to 12 (cobalamin), there are eight B vitamins—don't bother seeking numbers 4, 8, 10, or 11. The rest are all facilitators of the nervous system and tend to work ...

A study reveals healthcare access, particularly insurance coverage, significantly impacts folic acid supplement use among U.S ...