Folic Acid

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Mandatory fortification reduced neural-tube defects ~30% (US mandate 1998). Some studies suggest excess synthetic folate may be problematic; folate (natural) generally preferred.

Sources · 2

• CDC — Folic Acid Recommendations (NCBDDD)https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/folicacid/recommendations.html
• NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — Folate Fact Sheethttps://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Folate-HealthProfessional/

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