Nutrients

Foods High in Folate

Folate (Vitamin B9) is crucial for DNA synthesis and cell division, making it especially important during pregnancy. The recommended daily value is 400mcg DFE.

Ranked by Folate content per 100g. Source: USDA FoodData Central .

Yeast Extract

Vegetables

3786mcg

947% DV

Yeast Leavening Agents

Proteins

2340mcg

585% DV

MALT-O-MEAL Cereals

Proteins

1143mcg

286% DV

RALSTON Crispy Hexagons Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Grains & Cereals

966mcg

242% DV

Domesticated Duck

Proteins

738mcg

185% DV

Liver Goose

Proteins

738mcg

185% DV

QUAKER Oatmeal Squares Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Proteins

723mcg

181% DV

Corn Flakes

Grains & Cereals

714mcg

179% DV

GENERAL MILLS Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Proteins

714mcg

179% DV

RALSTON TASTEEOS Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Proteins

714mcg

179% DV

Bran Flakes

Grains & Cereals

667mcg

167% DV

Kellogg's Frosted Mini-Wheats

Grains & Cereals

667mcg

167% DV

POST Bran Flakes Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Proteins

667mcg

167% DV

POST Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Proteins

667mcg

167% DV

RALSTON Corn Biscuits Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Grains & Cereals

667mcg

167% DV

MALT-O-MEAL Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Grains & Cereals

606mcg

152% DV

RALSTON CRISP RICE Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Grains & Cereals

606mcg

152% DV

SUN COUNTRY Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Proteins

606mcg

152% DV

Chicken Liver

Proteins

578mcg

145% DV

Nutritional Shake Mix Beverages

Proteins

571mcg

143% DV

Garden of Life Raw Organic Meal Vanilla

Plant-Based Proteins

500mcg

125% DV

Kellogg's Rice Krispies

Grains & Cereals

500mcg

125% DV

MusclePharm Combat Protein Chocolate

Proteins

483mcg

121% DV

Kellogg's Corn Flakes

Grains & Cereals

476mcg

119% DV

Chickpea Flour

Plant-Based Proteins

437mcg

109% DV

Capons Chicken

Proteins

414mcg

103% DV

Fruity Pebbles

Grains & Cereals

400mcg

100% DV

UNILEVER Beverages

Proteins

385mcg

96% DV

Smooth Peanut Butter

Proteins

373mcg

93% DV

Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Grains & Cereals

353mcg

88% DV

Frequently Asked Questions

What foods are highest in Folate?

The top foods highest in Folate per 100g are: Yeast Extract (3786mcg/100g), Yeast Leavening Agents (2340mcg/100g), MALT-O-MEAL Cereals (1143mcg/100g). See the full ranked list above. Data source: USDA FoodData Central.

What is the recommended daily value for Folate?

The recommended daily value (DV) for Folate is 400mcg for adults, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Why is Folate important?

Folate (Vitamin B9) is crucial for DNA synthesis and cell division, making it especially important during pregnancy. The recommended daily value is 400mcg DFE.

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