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Im 5 weeks pregnant. it is safe for the baby me taking 800 mcg folic acid daily? im already taking 400 mcg but would like to increase
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TooMuchFolicAcid??: How much folic acid do you get from your diet?If you are getting regular dark leafy greens and legumes then supplementing with the 400 mcg is recommended during pregnancy.If your diet is not that healthy then the 800 mcg is probably okay but I would recommend talking it over with your OB first. http://healthybabycode.com/5-myths-about-pregnancy-nutrition-5-folic-acid-supplements-are-safe
Answered 9/12/2014
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