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• Folate, B9

Notes ∞

• Required for the synthesis of memory molecules (such as RNA) in the brain. Helps control metabolism in the brain (involving at least glutamic acid and glycine)
• Depends on B12 for reutilization.
• Required for the conversion of a toxic by-product of ordinary protein metabolism into a beneficial amino acid (homocysteine to methionine).
• Green leafy Vegetables such as lettuce, spinach, kale, collard greens. Also in fresh Fruit (almost all).

• Barley, Beans (most types), Brewer’s yeast, chick peas, lentils, peas, brown rice, soybeans, sprouts, wheat germ.

Benefits ∞

Energy production and the formation of red blood cells, strengthens immunity, healthy cell division and replication, protein metabolism, depression, anxiety.

Symptoms of Deficiency ∞

Sore, red tongue, anemia, apathy, digestive disturbances, fatigue, graying hair, growth impairment, insomnia, labored breathing, memory problems, paranoia, weakness, birth defects in one’s offspring.

Sources ∞

Barley, beef, bran, brewer’s yeast, brown rice, cheese, chicken, dates, green leafy vegetables, lamb, legumes, lentils, liver, milk, mushrooms, oranges, split peas, pork, root vegetables, salmon, tuna, wheat germ, whole grains, and whole wheat.