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What is folic acid good for? i heard when pregnant it helps to prevent spina bifida but when you arent pregnant and taking folic acid what health benefits does it have?

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Healthy nerves : Vitamin B12 and folate (folic acid) ate needed for healthy nerve function. Deficiencies can cause neurological symptoms.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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