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Does intake of natural folic acid help in conception?
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NO : Folate (folic acid) from any source is very important for good pregnancy health but does not affect fertility/conception at all.
Answered 4/5/2013
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No: Folic acid, AKA folate (folic acid) (vit B9), is recommended for all women wanting to get pregnant -- 0.4mg (400mcg) daily, which is important for preventing birth defects like spina bifida. Women w/ a hx these disorders should take 10x that amt daily -- 4mg (4000mcg) through the 3rd month of pregnancy. It won't affect fertility, chances of conception/twins, or periods. Can help with anemia.
Answered 5/31/2015
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