What is Folic Acid?Folic acid, also known as folate or folacin when it naturally occurs in foods, is a B vitamin that is essential for the healthy development of a baby’s spine, brain and skull during the early weeks of pregnancy. Folic acid has been proven to help reduce the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida, by as much as 70% if taken before pregnancy. Read more... |
FOLIC ACIDBecause many pregnancies are unplanned, all women who could become pregnant should take a daily multivitamin containing 0.4mg (400mcg) of folic acid.
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Folic acid may help prevent some other birth defects, such as cleft lip and palate and some heart abnormalities. Folic acid supplements may also be part of the recommended treatment for certain menstrual problems and leg ulcers, and there may be additional benefits – for both women and men.
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