Study: Folic acid over-intake not an issue

Oct. 29, 2009 – Less than five per cent of Americans are exceeding safe limits of folic
acid despite intakes from a multitude of sources, both enriched and
natural, says a new study.

Oct. 29, 2009 – Less than five per cent of Americans are exceeding safe limits of folic
acid despite intakes from a multitude of sources, both enriched and
natural, says a new study.

Intakes of folic acid
from enriched cereal-grain products, ready-to-eat cereals, and
supplements do not lead to excessive intakes of the B vitamin,
according to a study that may allay the fears over folic acid build-up,
and weaken the arguments of anti-fortification groups around the world. | READ MORE