Folic Acid Supplementation and Cancer Risk: Point
Published Sep 1, 2008 · Young-In Kim
Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention
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Abstract
Folate, a water-soluble B vitamin that is present naturally in foods (e.g., green leafy vegetables, asparagus, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, citrus fruit, legumes, dry cereals, whole grain, yeast, lima beans, liver, and other organ meats), and folic acid, the synthetic form of this vitamin that is
Study Snapshot
Key takeawayFolic acid supplementation may reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancer.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
OutcomesBody Mass Index projections
ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.