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What is folic acid?


What is folic acid?

It's an essential nutrient in the B vitamin family. It is especially important for women who want to have babies. Folic acid helps prevent birth defects of the brain and spinal cord.

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folic acid is what women take either before they become pregnant or when they first find out , usally you take it in first twelves weeks of pregnancy,, it is to prevent major defects in the baby 's spine,cord and brain,it is all so known as the b vitamin too,, hope this help:) :(mum of five and got plenty of folic acid lol :) gd luck

All of the answers you received are right, plus it is good for the heart. It is in the B Vitamin family and should be taken (suggested) a year prior to becoming pregnant. It is essential for everyone's health and can cut the risk of heart problems.

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