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Can 19 yr olds use 400 mg folic acid?

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Folic Acid: yes, not only is it safe every female who is even contemplating pregnancy should be taking 400 micrograms of Folic Acid daily. This helps prevent certain birth defects known as neural tube defects which occur in the brain and spine.

Dr Livingston and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/29/2015

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