The name of the B-vitamin folate comes from the Latin word folium, meaning “leaf”. It was given this name because leafy green vegetables are excellent sources. Folate is the generic name, referring to the various forms of the vitamin found naturally in foods. The term folic acid refers to the synthetic form of the vitamin found in supplements and fortified foods.
FOLATE IN FOODS
The biological availability of folate in food from a mixed diet is generally thought to be about 50% if folic acid, but it may be loser to 80%.
Foods that have the largest amount and most bioavailable folate are…
