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Vincent Iannelli, M.D.

Folate

By , About.com GuideSeptember 28, 2008

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Folate - Photo by Peggy Greb / USDAFolate is an important vitamin, which most parents are aware of because of the association of low folate levels with premature babies and birth defects. Of course, kids need folate too.

Foods that are good sources of folate can include beans, leafy greens, fortified cereals, fortified orange juice, and certain fruits and vegetables.

Learn all about folate and folate rich foods, so that you can make sure your kids are getting enough folate in their diet.

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