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Hi, i am 3 months pregnant and really concerned about my diet. the doctor has recommended iron tablets till my delivery, isn't that enough? other tha
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Multivitamin: Many doctors recommend prenatal vitamins especially with iron and folic acid. Folic acid, is important to prevent neural tube defects, iron is important to prevent anemia, and calcium is important for bone growth. Investigate with your doctor a prenatal vitamin supplement.
Answered 11/20/2013
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