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Folic Acid
Folic Acid is the vitamin that helps prevent birth defects.
By the time you know you are pregnant, your
baby's brain and spine are developed.
Before you're pregnant.........
EAT RIGHT
Folic acid has been added to some foods such as enriched breads, pastas, rice and cereals. Check the labels. Some cereals have 100 percent of the folic acid you need. In addition, it is always important to eat a well-balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables.
And Take a Vitamin
An easy way to be sure you are getting enough folic acid is to take a vitamin with folic acid every day.
Even If You Are Not Planning to Have a Baby Yet
Half of women who have had a baby this year did not plan to get pregnant. That is why you should take folic acid every day.
ALL WOMEN WHO COULD GET PREGNANT SHOULD TAKE FOLIC ACID
(400 micrograms) EVERY DAY!
For more information on Folic Acid, visit the March of Dimes website.