date:Jul 03, 2012
in folate metabolism.
Study details
The Tufts scientists and their co-workers analyzed data from two ethnically diverse study populations, or cohorts: The Boston Puerto Rican Health Study and the Nutrition, Aging, and Memory in Elders study.
Questionnaires were used to assess dietary and health factors, and the Mini-Mental Status Exam (MMSE) was used to cognitive outcomes and the Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Scale was used to asses depression.
Results indicated that low vit