Of all the micronutrients, B vitamins may be the most important to the cause and progression of late-life depression. They are certainly the most studied, especially folate and vitamin B12.Both vitamins affect brain health through their roles in neurotransmitter synthesis (e.g. folate deficiency has been demonstrated to cause decreased serotonin synthesis…
What is Folate?
Folate is a water-soluble vitamin also known as vitamin B9. This vitamin is found in many foods such as green leafy vegetables, citrus fruit, nuts, fish and beans.
What is Folic Acid?
Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate (basically a vitamin B9 supplement that the body converts into folate) that is…