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Folate

Folate helps reduce blood levels of the amino acid homocysteine. High blood levels of homocysteine increase risk of heart disease, especially in people who have normal levels of cholesterol. Approximately 50 percent of the folate in foods is lost in cooking, so be sure to include some raw leafy greens in your weekly food choices.

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