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Reducing the Risk: Folic acid lowers risk of ovarian cancer

Folic acid is a water-soluble B vitamin that has been shown to play an important role in DNA synthesis and repair. Previous studies have shown that a low intake of folic acid may be associated with an increased risk of breast and colorectal cancer, especially among...

Women: boost folic acid if you drink

For women who consume even a moderate amount of alcohol, studies indicate they should make sure to get the recommended dietary allowance of folic acid so as not to increase their risk of breast cancer. Researchers believe that alcohol, even as little as a glass or two...

Fit after 50: You need those Bs!

If you want a healthy heart, strong immunity and good brain function in your senior years, consider your daily intake of the B-vitamins. These three areas of health—which commonly decline as we age—all require the Bs to function properly. The B family includes eight...