Question

Folate is required for DNA synthesis and cell division, metabolism of amino acids and for synthesis of normal red blood cells. What is the best source of folate in the diet? 1) Chicken and fish 2) Cooked potatoes 3) Ready-to-eat fortified cereals

Answer 1

Potatoes are proven to be extremely healthy for us, although we have been led to believe that meat is the best food to provide us with the nutrition we need. I would say cooked potatoes.

Answer 2

3) Ready-to-eat fortified cereals

Step-by-step explanation:

Folate is a vitamin B complex, soluble in water and present in several items of the daily diet. Folate occurs naturally in food and folic acid is the synthetic form of folate used in medicines.

Folate is necessary for numerous body functions. Among them: DNA synthesis and repair, cell division and growth, production of new proteins, formation of red blood cells. Folate is important for cardiovascular and nervous system health. In addition, folate plays an important role in the health of the skin, nails and hair, fights acne and dermatitis, leaves the skin with a healthy glow, controls oiliness, increases immunity, among other benefits.

A good source of folate is ready-to-eat cereals.