Folate may prevent Alzheimer's Disease

Folate, a type of B vitamin may prevent Alzheimer's Disease. It can be found in foods like leafy green vegetables like spinach and strawberries.

Studies have found that folic acid in the amount of 400 micrograms per day can give you a 55% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's. It reduces the blood level of homocysteine, a substance that when elevated may damage brain cells.

Foods rich in folate include whole wheat bread, oranges, broccoli, spinach and bananas. You can also take a vitamin additive.