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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Fatigue can be a sign of a potential B12 deficiency. Maca and Naca/E+ via Getty Images For several months during the summer of ...

Research has studied the link between vitamin B12 deficiency and cognitive decline in older people. More research is needed on that front, but the nutrient is essential for producing energy. Vitamin D ...