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Does folic acid help reduce the risk of fetal abnormalities?
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Yes: Folic acid helps reduce the incidence of spina bifida. You can get Folic Acid by eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. You can also take an adult multivitamin every day.
Answered 6/25/2014
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Yes: It is especially important in treating or preventing brain and spinal cord defects that might develop during pregnancy.
Answered 4/24/2015
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