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Folic acid supplements and cancer risk

2021-08-17 15:25:34
Does taking folic acid supplement increase cancer risk among women? Is it true? Is folvite 5mg too high as a dose to take everyday?
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if you have a doubt regarding your dosages, meet you family physician

Answered2021-08-17 15:33:53

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