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I want to take folic acid because i'm planning on getting pregnant but i want my ph value of my body to be slightly alkaline as well. what can i do?
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Take folate (folic acid): The degree of acidity in Folic Acid supplements is tiny compared to the buffering capacity of the body. An taking folate (folic acid) is universally recommended during pregnancy for the health of the developing baby.. So please, do not stint on this important supplement.
Answered 6/25/2014
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