Folic acid, combined with a number of other nutrients such as vitamin B6 and B12, reduces the chances of developing age-related macular degeneration, AMD, a condition that causes blindness in seniors. In women, folic acid and other B-complex vitamins reduce AMD by up to 40 percent. By redu...
Research suggests the anticonvulsant action of phenytoin is antagonized by folic acid. A person whose epilepsy is controlled by phenytoin may require an increased dose if folic acid is given.Folic acid deficiency may be caused by the administration of folic acid antagonists, such as methotrexate, ...
In the last category of multi-ingredient supplements in liquid, declared FA content was given in the recommended portion (in mL) and ranged from 30 to 290 μg per dose. The tested products in this category were intended primarily for seniors and adults who want to “improve their vitality,...