Folic Acid

Folic acid debate in the UK

08-Mar-2002

Following the news earlier this week that scientists in the UK are
calling for elderly Britons to increase their intake of folic acid,
the country's Food Standards Agency (FSA) is to chair an open
meeting on the issue.

Elderly Britons urged to raise folate intake

06-Mar-2002

Elderly people should increase their intake of folic acid to help
combat cardiovascular disease, according to a new study in the UK.

Folic acid could be key to prevention of Alzheimer's disease

04-Mar-2002

Folic acid could play an essential role in protecting the brain
against Alzheimer's disease and other degenerative disorders,
according to a study by scientists at the National Institute on
Aging. A study carried out on mice...

Folate linked to reduced colorectal cancer risk

19-Feb-2002

A higher intake of the B vitamin folate may reduce the risk of
colorectal cancer, the latest research suggests.

Better food means better gene health

12-Feb-2002

The food we eat can have a major effect on the health of our genes,
and healthy genes are vital when it comes to protecting our bodies
against disease. Scientists are now calling for more research into
the beneficial effects on genes...

Biotin deficiency in pregnancy may be harmful to foetus

06-Feb-2002

Pregnant women who lack sufficient amounts of the B-vitamin biotin
may be increasing their chances of having a child with birth
defects, new research suggests. However, the researchers stopped
short of recommending vitamin B supplements...

Fortification can combat heart disease

21-Jan-2002

Scientists in Ireland have discovered that fortifying foods with
vitamin B12 as well as with folic acid can help combat heart
disease.

NAMA highlights the benefits of folic acid

11-Jan-2002

The North American Millers' Association (NAMA) has issued a public
service announcement about the benefits of bread and pasta for
women of childbearing age.

Survey urges caution over vitamin B intake

09-Jan-2002

Some vitamin B products may exceed tolerable upper intake levels
(UL), according to the latest independent evaluation by
ConsumerLab.com.

Folate fortification combats memory loss

07-Dec-2001

Fortification of grain products with the B vitamin folate may help
reduce memory loss in the over-60's. These are the latest findings
from data compiled by a recent nationwide health and nutrition
survey, NHANES III, carried...

Vit. B plays role in stroke prevention

06-Sep-2001

Supplementing the diet with vitamin B and folic acid to keep
homocysteine level low may help in the prevention of strokes.

Vit. B fortified foods improves public health

24-Aug-2001

According to a new report, fortifying foods with B vitamins and
giving additional supplements to people with heart disease, and
those at risk, could save lives and money.