Prospective fathers...

Prospective fathers should consume more folate, suggests a new study from the University of California, Berkeley.  Men with a high intake of this B vitamin (more than 700 micrograms a day) had significantly lower rates of chromosomal abnormalities in their sperm, compared to men with moderate or low intake.  Women need adequate folate before and after conception to protect against birth defects, but this is the first study to show that folate may also be key for dads-to-be.  Good sources include whole grains, fortified cereals, beans, leafy greens, and orange juice; multivitamins typically provide 400 micrograms, the recommended daily amount.  

(From the University of California, Berkeley Wellness Letter Volume 24, Issue 9)