Tag: Low folate foods

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, many grain products have been fortified with folic acid since 1998, making it a common additive. However, a distinction is crucial because no natural food contains folic acid; it is a synthetic form of the vitamin folate. This article explores which foods do not contain folic acid and how to identify them for specific dietary needs.

Over 90% of all enriched grain products in the United States contain added folic acid, but many people need or prefer to avoid this synthetic vitamin. Learning what foods do not have folic acid in them is crucial for those with conditions like the MTHFR gene mutation or anyone opting for a more natural diet.