Definition of "folate" []

• A salt or ester of folic acid. (noun)
• See folic acid. (noun)

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• "Parsnips -- High in folate and vitamin C. Parsnip soups and mash are fantabulous!"
• "Folic acid (also known as folate) is a B vitamin that is important for the healthy development of the neural tubes, which eventually become a baby's brain and spinal cord."
• "Folic acid also known as folate is a B vitamin that is important for the healthy development of the neural tubes, which eventually become a baby's brain and spinal cord."