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Folate

Folate

Micronutrient Role
Synthesis of DNA
Synthesis of Amino Acids
Water Soluble
Formation of Red Blood Cells
Nucleic Acid Metabolism

 *Synthetic form is known as folic acid

Recommended Intake
400 mcg

Tolerable Upper Limit
15 mg can lead to insomnia, malaise, irritability and GI distress

Deficiency
Headache
Irritability
Difficulty concentrating
Forgetfulness
Heart Palpitations
Angular Stomatitis
Sore tongue
Low appetite (anorexia)
Weight Loss
Brain Damage

*Susceptible if withstand months of damage to GI cells

Disease Prevention/Treatment
Complications in Pregnancy (Neural Tube Defects, Orofacial Clefts)
Cardiovascular Disease
Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Breast Cancer
Alzheimer’s
Dermatologic
Psychiatric/Cognitive

Nutrient Interactions
B6 is dependent on folate & B12 and B12 is dependent on folate & B6
Riboflavin
Vitamin C
Zinc
Pancreatic Enzymes

Drug interactions
Anticonvulsants
NSAIDS
Oral contraceptives
Prozac
Methyltrexate

Recommended Foods
Eggs, Green Vegetables
Fortified Bread
Fortified Orange Juice
Lentils, Beans

Memorial Day Tahini Walnut Pesto Pasta

Soft Shell Paleo Ground Beef Tacos

Dairy Free, Gluten Free Dutch Baby

Beet, Radish & Blueberry Salad

Spiced Tricolor Sweet Potato Salad

Easy Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

Grain Free Granola

Avocado Frosting

Berry Dream Cream

Berry Avocado Moringa Smoothie

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