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Folic Acid
supplement Under reviewA synthetic form of Vitamin B9 (folate) used to support DNA synthesis and cell division.
Research summary
Scientific evidence strongly supports folic acid supplementation for preventing neural tube defects in pregnancies among healthy women, with systematic reviews confirming risk reductions through periconceptional use. Studies in healthy older adults show it lowers homocysteine and may enhance cognitive functions like memory and processing speed, though broader meta-analyses indicate mixed results on preventing cognitive decline. Cardiovascular benefits include modest reductions in stroke risk, and overall safety is well-established at recommended doses with no confirmed harms in healthy populations.
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Folic Acid Safety, Interactions, and Health Outcomes
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Effect of Folic Acid and B Vitamins on Risk of Cardiovascular Events and All-Cause Mortality Among Women at High Risk for Cardiovascular Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Albert CM, Cook NR, Gaziano JM, et al.
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Folate - Health Professional Fact Sheet
Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health
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Folate - Health Professional Fact Sheet
Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health
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Folic Acid Safety, Interactions, and Health Outcomes
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Research (3 studies)
Folate - Health Professional Fact Sheet
Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health
Folic Acid Safety, Interactions, and Health Outcomes
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Effect of Folic Acid and B Vitamins on Risk of Cardiovascular Events and All-Cause Mortality Among Women at High Risk for Cardiovascular Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Albert CM, Cook NR, Gaziano JM, et al.
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