Vitamin deficiency anemia is a lack of healthy red blood cells caused by lower-than-normal amounts of certain vitamins. The vitamins linked to vitamin deficiency anemia include folate, vitamin B-12 ...

Anemia is a common nutritional deficiency, especially in women and children, caused by low hemoglobin due to iron, vitamin B12, or folate deficiency. Vegetarians can prevent it by consuming iron-rich ...

Folate is an essential B-vitamin that is needed for DNA synthesis and cell division. Folate deficiency can lead to anemia, and deficiency early in pregnancy can lead to neural tube defects – birth ...

Folic acid (vitamin B9) supports healthy cell growth and red blood cell production, which makes it important for strong, healthy hair. A folate deficiency may contribute to issues like fatigue, anemia ...

Boston — Folate and vitamin B12, two important nutrients for the development of healthy nerves and blood cells, may work together to protect cognitive function among seniors, reports a new ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 71 years old and was diagnosed with pernicious anemia in October 2024. My B12 and folate levels were low. My antiparietal antibodies were abnormal, but the intrinsic factor ...

As a geriatrician, I often order serum folate levels as part of a workup for dementia or anemia. How accurate is the statement that “serum folate levels are not useful because they fluctuate rapidly ...

Erika Prouty, PharmD, is a professional community pharmacist that specializes in blood cholesterol readings, blood pressure readings, and medication therapy management. B12 deficiency can cause ...

The essential B vitamin folic acid is needed by our body in much smaller amounts than macronutrients such as protein. However, micronutrients are crucial for the complex interactions within our ...

This article was reviewed by Sara Harcharik Perkins, MD. Folic acid (vitamin B9) supports healthy cell growth and red blood cell production, which makes it important for strong, healthy hair. A folate ...