Most previous and recent studies using HPLC indicate that 5-methyl-tetrahydrofolate (5-methyl-THF) is the major folate form in milk, but more studies are needed concerning folate forms in other, especially fermented dairy products.

Is milk a good source of folate?

Milk. Besides being a great source of calcium, protein and vitamin D, a glass of milk is also a good way to get more folic acid into your diet.

Does cow's milk have folate?

In the report of the Committee on Nutrition concerning the nutritional adequacy of cow's milk substitutes (Pediatrics, 31:329, 1963) we noted that the folic acid content of cow's milk was stated to be 2.2 µg per quart.