Question
Why is folic acid important?
Answer
Normally, the main function of folate is to work together with
vitamin B12 to form healthy red blood cells. But if you are trying
to conceive or are pregnant already, it plays a crucial role in the
development of your unborn baby as it helps to protect against
neural tube defects such as spina bifida, a condition where the
spine does not form properly.
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