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Side effects of folic acid

2025-03-02 21:15:58
I am 29 year old and planning for pregnancy. Should i start taking folic acid before conception or should i atleast wait for it .
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If you are planning for pregnancy then you should start Folic acid. It reduces chances of birth defects.

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Folic acid should be started preconception

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