Dad's B12 & Folate Deficiency Can Lead to Birth Defects.

Send us Fan Mail A father’s vitamin B12 and folate status may influence the health of a developing baby. Low levels around the time of conception have been associated with a higher risk of certain birth defects, possibly because these nutrients help produce healthy sperm, support normal DNA formation and repair, and regulate gene activity during early development. Men who are trying to conceive should eat foods rich in B12 and folate and ask their healthcare provider about blood testing and a...