Relationship: Female Reproductive System and folate

Evidence supporting the use of: Folate
For the body system: Female Reproductive System

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Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is strongly supported by scientific evidence for its role in the female reproductive system, particularly in relation to pregnancy and fetal development. Numerous large-scale studies have demonstrated that adequate folate intake before and during early pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of neural tube defects (NTDs) in the developing fetus. This has led to widespread public health recommendations that women of childbearing age consume at least 400 micrograms of folic acid (the synthetic form of folate) daily, either through diet or supplementation. In addition to its essential role in DNA synthesis and cell division, folate is involved in homocysteine metabolism, and elevated homocysteine levels have been associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes such as preeclampsia, miscarriage, and placental abruption. Some evidence also suggests that folate status may affect fertility, with lower levels linked to reduced ovarian reserve and poorer outcomes in assisted reproductive technologies. Because of this robust evidence, folate supplementation is universally recommended for women who are planning a pregnancy or who could become pregnant. The scientific consensus is that folate is crucial for the health of the female reproductive system, with the strongest evidence centered on its role in preventing neural tube defects during early embryonic development.

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Heart
Immune System
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Liver
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Ovaries
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