Folic Acid Supplement Improves Cognitive Function in Older Adults: FACIT Trial

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JANE DURGA, Nestlé Research Centre, Lausanne
REFERENCE: Lancet 2007; 369:208
A trial that randomised older adults to receive a folic acid supplement or placebo has shown that folic acid can significantly improve cognitive performance in older individuals. Jane Durga in Lausanne told Sarah Maxwell about the study findings and the hopes these may hold out.
[audio:https://www.audiomedica.com/podcasting/global_health/070207_jane_durga_podcast.mp3]A trial that randomised older adults to receive a folic acid supplement or placebo has shown that folic acid can significantly improve cognitive performance in older individuals. Jane Durga in Lausanne told Sarah Maxwell about the study findings and the hopes these may hold out.