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Folic Acid May Help Against Asthma and Allergies
in Allergies, on April 30, 2009
...eviewing the medical records of more than 8,000 people ages 2 to 85 revealed that blood levels of folate, the naturally occurring form of folic acid, appears to be negatively correlated with asthma a...
Weekend Herb Blogging - Belgian Endive
in Do you like to cook?, on October 18, 2008
...entire WHB round-up.
Belgian endive is made up of 90% water and is rich in potassium, calcium, folate and vitamins A and K. When choosing, look for leaves should are white with pale green edges, ...
Preparing for Conception: Nutrition
in Next Nine Months, on September 16, 2008
...n terms of nutrition in preparation for conception:
* Make sure you get at least 400 micrograms of folate or folic acid each day, either from your diet or from a supplement.
* Get at least 1,000...
Check This Book Out: The Red Bodyguard
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 7, 2008
... contain very low salt and sugar
have an exceedingly low Glycaemic Index
an excellent source of folate, vitamins C & E, flavonoids and carotenoids, all of which contribute to cancer protection...
WHB - Scallion Pancakes
in Do you like to cook?, on April 18, 2008
...le, crunchy and delicious.
Scallions are good sources of Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K and Folate and have a milder flavor than mature onions.
I've been making these Scallion Pancakes ...
Folic Acid for a Healthy Pregnancy
in Next Nine Months, on January 14, 2008
...ortant sources of folic acid. In addition, there are also certain foods that are naturally rich in folate .
January is Birth Defects Prevention Month and January 7-13, 2008 marks Folic Acid Awarenes...
WHB # 115 - Pasta With Baby Peas, Ham and Cream
in Do you like to cook?, on January 12, 2008
...eet, little, green peas are not only delicious, they are a wonderful source of vitamins A, K and C, folate, iron and even protein. They provide nutrients that promote bone health and cardiovascular he...
WHB #110 - Curried Cauliflower Soup
in Do you like to cook?, on November 24, 2007
...an aromatic and super easy Curried Cauliflower Soup . Cauliflower is an excellent source of fiber, folate, vitamin C, and vitamin B6. It is also low in calories and saturated fat.
If you like ca...
Vitamin B Deficient Pregnant Moms May Increase Risk of Diabetes in Babies
in Daily Diabetic, on November 23, 2007
...sk of type 2 diabetes .
A study of female sheep showed that reducing their intake of B12 and folate (a form of vitamin B9) before pregnancy produced major physical effects in their offspring ...
Mice Study Demonstrated Potential of Vaccine-like Treatment Against Lupus
in Straightfromthedoc, on October 4, 2007
...gue cells for destruction by the body's immune system without affecting healthy cells.
Called folate-hapten-targeted immunotherapy, the treatment greatly reduced damage to the kidneys and other ...
Dietary Supplements, Beneficial for Over 50s
in Straightfromthedoc, on September 23, 2007
...than nonusers had intakes below the estimated average requirement (EAR) for vitamins A, B-6, and C; folate; zinc; and magnesium. Less than half of both users and nonusers met the EAR for folate, vitam...
Pre-pregnancy High Vitamin B6 Associated to Better Pregnancy Outcomes
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 20, 2007
High levels of Vitamin B6 prior to pregnancy, increases conception rates and reduces the odds of miscarriage at early pregnancy stage, suggests a new research published in the American Journal of Epidemiology .
Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin that exists in three major chemical form...
Avocado, a versatile fruit
in Daily Power Walk, on July 4, 2007
...im/her avocado.
it is also great if you are pregnant or want to get pregnant, the level of Folate is very high.
A sample of nutrients in an avocado:
Vitamin A - 1230 IU
Vitamin C - 15.9 mg
Vita...
Food-derived B Vitamins Can Decrease Risk of Pancreatic Cancer in Lean People
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 4, 2007
...g pancreatic cancer was observed if they took in high levels of vitamin B6, vitamin B12, and folate from food and not from supplements.
Such were the findings recently published in the June...
Eggs and Cholesterol
in Well Woman Blog, on May 15, 2007
...onsumed in moderation. They are also a great source of protein and contain vitamins such as B12 and folate that may even reduce the risk of a heart attack.
If you're really worried, skip the yolk...
Intake of Epilepsy Drug at Pregnancy Linked to Lower IQ in Children
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 13, 2007
...icines to lessen the harm on the growing baby in her belly. Aside of course from the many vitamins (folate, iron, Vitamin B-complex) prescribed to pregnant women, I can only remember being allowed to ...
Citrus Juices have Highest Nutrient Content
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 3, 2007
...uices have the highest level of potassium which plays an important role in cardiovascular health.
Folate: Orange juice contained the highest amount of folate. Folate has been associated with reducin...
Genetically Engineered Tomatoes Have Higher Folate Content
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 11, 2007
... Foods high in folate - leafy green vegetables and beans - are recommended for a healthy start in pregnancy.
One of the most vital nutrients for the human body's growth and development - fola...
Restless Legs Syndrome
in Well Woman Blog, on February 10, 2007
...etely eliminate caffeine, alcohol and tobacco.
Increasing your intake of vitamins B12 and E, iron, folate and magnesium may offer some relief.
Movement does relieve the symptoms but only for a short...
Vitamin Deficiency = Poor Athletic Performance
in Straightfromthedoc, on December 29, 2006
...uscle than their counterparts with nutrient-rich diets.
Thiamin, riboflavin, vitamin B-6, B-12 and folate are the B-vitamins ; the micronutrients needed by the body to convert proteins and sugars in...
8 Strawberries a Day to Keep Colds and Flu Away
in Straightfromthedoc, on October 19, 2006
...e also packed with other nutrients important to maintaining good health including fiber, potassium, folate and antioxidants.
In fact, 1 serving of 8 medium strawberries contains 84 milligrams of vit...
Folic Acid Derivative is More Bioavailable, German Study Finds
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 11, 2006
...According to a new German study, supplementation of a folic acid derivative results in higher blood folate levels than straight folic acid.
While previous studies have shown that folic acid is more ...
High Dose of Vitamins Could Help Diabetic Children
in Daily Diabetic, on July 19, 2006
...uggests that the cardiovascular health of children with diabetes can be improved with high doses of folate and vitamin B6.
This could prove to be especially valuable information as diabetics are muc...
NIH Panel Found no Strong Evidence to Recommend Multivitamin/Minerals Use For Prevention of Chronic Disease
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 23, 2006
...n , an eye condition that can cause blindness.
3) Women of childbearing age should take daily folate to prevent neural tube defects (birth defects of the brain and spinal cord) in infants.
In a...
IVF and Excessive Folate Intake May Increase Twin Births
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 10, 2006
...0% of treatment cycles result in pregnancy and livebirth. Pregnant women have long been advised for folate supplement I order to lessen the risk of spina bifida in delivered infants.
Recently, a new ...
Bowel Cancer Risk Reduced by Low Folate Level
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 27, 2006
... As suggested by a research published in the journal Gut, low levels of folate (a B vitamin found in fruits and green leafy vegetables) can potentially cut the risk of bowel cancer.
The old knowled...
folic acid: better supplemented than fortified? or should be both?
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 17, 2006
...h folic acid in the United States, taking vitamin supplements regularly has a large effect on serum folate levels," wrote lead author Jean Lawrence from Kaiser Permanente Southern California.
St...
Vitamin B-6 and folate are not effective in preventing heart disease
in Straightfromthedoc, on September 5, 2005
...The theory that vitamin B-6 and folate to lower homocysteine levels in order to prevent heart disease has been discounted. More evidence against the benefits of vitamins :
folic acid and vita...
Folate and Alzheimer's
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 12, 2005
...There are conflicting studies as to whether folate promotes or prevents Alzheimer's disease :
Preventing Alzheimer's disease may be as simple as increasing the amount of the B vitamin ...