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Suggest Treatment For Folate Deficiency
Question: How can I remedy a folate deficiency?
Brief Answer:
diet and the use of supplements
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Folate deficiency can be treated by : (1) using foods with folate (2) supplements
Foods that naturally contain folate include:spinach, brussel sprouts, asparagus, romaine lettuce, avocado, kidney beans, green peas, mustard, broccoli, mustard greens
It has also been added to cereals, rice and bread.
Folate can also be increased by using supplements. Most multivitamins contain folate but if the amount is not enough or you do not wish to use a multivitamin, folate can be taken by itself
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
diet and the use of supplements
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Folate deficiency can be treated by : (1) using foods with folate (2) supplements
Foods that naturally contain folate include:spinach, brussel sprouts, asparagus, romaine lettuce, avocado, kidney beans, green peas, mustard, broccoli, mustard greens
It has also been added to cereals, rice and bread.
Folate can also be increased by using supplements. Most multivitamins contain folate but if the amount is not enough or you do not wish to use a multivitamin, folate can be taken by itself
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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