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Folic Acid For Birth Defects

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What science says about Folic Acid For Birth Defects

Most doctors and scientists recommend taking folic acid for baby development during pregnancy in order to prevent neural defects and other pregnancy complications.

Research showed that folic acid (vitamin B9) is beneficial during pregnancy and for women during reproductive age. It is considered a safe supplement to take orally through tablets or intravenously through needles according to the person’s case.

The only concern for some doctors is about overdosing as it can be associated with the uprising of autism in children.  

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