noun
- plural of folate; B vitamins essential for cell division and DNA synthesis, found in leafy greens and fortified foods
Usage: biochemistry; nutrition
Examples
- Pregnant women need adequate folates to prevent birth defects.
- Leafy green vegetables are rich sources of folates.
- The doctor recommended folates supplements for the anemic patient.
- Fortified cereals contain added folates to improve nutrition.
- Folates deficiency can lead to serious health problems.
- The lab tested blood levels of folates and other B vitamins.