Practice mode Horticulture

Cataract, in which the eye lens becomes cloudy in old age, is linked to a deficiency of which nutrient?

Correct answer B. Folic acid

Explanation

Folic acid is needed for cell repair and for controlling homocysteine; low folate intake has been associated with a higher risk of age-related lens opacity in nutritional studies.

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