A low folate intake may lead to reduced DNA methylation, resulting in abnormalities in DNA synthesis and repair, which could contribute to colonic carcinogenesis. There is evidence from prospective cohort studies that folate deficiency increases the risk of colon cancer in men, but such data are lacking for women.
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