folate
AmericanEtymology
Origin of folate
First recorded in 1940–1945; fol(ic acid) + -ate 2
Example Sentences
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On Tuesday the FDA said it was in fact approving use of leucovorin for a rare condition called cerebral folate deficiency but not for autism.
From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026
Cabbage is rich in Vitamin C and folate, “which is important for DNA synthesis, for your cells to reproduce themselves,” Beitchman explains.
From Salon • Feb. 21, 2026
Full-fat cheese contains several nutrients relevant to brain health, including fat-soluble vitamins A, D and K2, as well as vitamin B12, folate, iodine, zinc and selenium.
From Science Daily • Feb. 4, 2026
Some studies have also associated low folate levels during pregnancy with an increased risk of autism.
From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 24, 2025
The Autism Science Foundation says that low folate levels during early pregnancy have been linked in some studies to an increased risk of autism in children, though the findings are not consistent.
From BBC • Sep. 23, 2025
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