(Natural News) Folate, often referred to as folic acid or vitamin B9, is an essential nutrient found in many green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits. It plays a critical role in various bodily processes, such as producing red blood cells, as well as creating and repairing DNA. Not getting enough folate could lead to unwanted health complications, one […]

(Natural News) Folate, also referred to as vitamin B9 or folic acid, is an essential nutrient obtained from many fruits and green leafy vegetables. Not getting enough of this B vitamin can lead to many health problems. One of these is fragile X syndrome, according to a study published in the journal Proceedings of the […]

(Natural News) Aging causes a lot of unwanted health issues, most notably cognitive decline and memory loss. People in their 50s are told that nothing can be done about it. But is decreased brain function really an inevitable part of aging? New research from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago suggests that a simple step […]

(Natural News) Most people get all the vitamins they need from a balanced diet. Some, including pregnant and menopausal women or those with certain conditions, may need help in the form of supplements, such as a vitamin B-complex supplement. All-in-one Vitamin B-complex pills pack eight essential B vitamins into one supplement. These vitamins maintain bodily processes, including metabolism, […]

(Natural News) Taking large amounts of B vitamins might benefit patients with Alzheimer’s disease. An Oxford study showed that supplementation slowed down the progression of the neurodegenerative disease and improved cognitive function. The clinical trial involved 156 older people with mild cognitive impairment. The participants were at considerable risk of developing Alzheimer’s and dementia. Oxford University researchers […]

(Natural News) The risks of cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline increase with age, but that doesn’t mean that these problems can’t be prevented. Older people can avoid suffering from these conditions by adhering to a healthy diet and taking supplements that contain B vitamins. An article published on the website NaturalHealth365.com discussed how B vitamins, such as vitamin B9 (folate), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), […]

(Natural News) One health issue that’s rarely talked about, despite its prevalence, is erectile dysfunction (ED). In the U.S., the condition affects over 30 million men – most of whom are older adults. While ED is commonly seen in older men, it’s important to note that it’s not due to the normal aging process. Erectile dysfunction is […]

(Natural News) With many vitamins out on the market, being properly informed is the best way to make sure you’re getting what your body needs, and not just a knockoff version that’s made to copy the original. One curious case for this premise is vitamin B9. Many people know it by its two more common names […]

(Natural News) There are different types of vitamin B that the body needs to function properly. Having insufficient levels of any of these can significantly affect your body. However, it is important to note that deficiencies in specific types of vitamin B may not manifest in similar ways. To help you identify if you have are deficient […]

(Natural News) We need a lot of nutrients to keep our organs in tip-top shape. While our bodies cannot produce everything it needs to achieve its optimum function, food can supplement our nutritional requirements. One nutrient whose supply is dependent on dietary intake is folate, a type of B-vitamin. There are many health benefits associated with […]