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Why is it not recommended to take more than 1000mcg of folic acid daily? is it harmful?
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Your body: Can only use so much. If take more than recommended your body gets rid of rest. But if continue to take too much could result in side effects. Such as abdominal pain. Diarrhea insomnia and irritability to name a few
Answered 5/30/2014
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