Folate Deficiency Demystified – Why Some People May be at Greater Risk of Disease
Date: 1 July 2021
Author: Jovana Drinjakovic
As many expectant mothers know, getting enough folate is key to avoiding neural tube defects in the baby during pregnancy. But for the individuals who carry certain genetic variants, dealing with folate deficiency can be a life-long struggle which can lead to serious neurological and heart problems and even death.