Tag: Folate binding protein

Approximately 40% of adults aged 20 and over have insufficient folate, highlighting the importance of its transport within the body. The term **folate protein** refers to a family of specialized proteins that bind, absorb, and deliver the vitamin, such as folate receptors and carriers essential for cell metabolism and health.

According to scientific studies, the idea that dairy interferes with folic acid absorption is a widespread nutritional myth, with evidence often pointing to a neutral or even beneficial relationship. This misconception is frequently confused with dairy's known interference with iron absorption, but the two are not the same.