The recent increase in the intake of folic acid by the general public through fortified foods
and supplements, has raised safety concern based on early reports of adverse health …

Epigenetics is the study of heritable mechanisms that can modify gene activity and
phenotype without modifying the genetic code. The basis for the concept of epigenetics …

Background: Increased consumption of folic acid is prevalent, leading to concerns about
negative consequences. The effects of folic acid on the liver, the primary organ for folate …

Background: Mandatory fortification, prevalent supplement use, and public health guidelines
recommending periconceptional supplementation have increased folic acid intakes in North …

STUDY QUESTION Do paternal exposures to folic acid deficient (FD), and/or folic acid
supplemented (FS) diets, throughout germ cell development adversely affect male germ …

Canadian Consensus on Female Nutrition: Adolescence, Reproduction, Menopause, and
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Background: Folic acid supplementation in those with a low vitamin B-12 intake or status
may have adverse effects. These effects are unknown with regard to birth outcome in …

Importance Folate intake during pregnancy has been associated with improved
neuropsychological development in children, although the effects of high dosages of folic …

Background The benefits of the use of folic acid supplements (FASs) during the
periconception period to prevent neural tube defects and to ensure normal brain …

Background Studies have indicated that altered maternal micronutrients and vitamins
influence the development of newborns and altered nutrient exposure throughout the …