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Folic Acid FoodsFor Pregnancy

Folic Acid FoodsFor Pregnancy

For Pregnancy

Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is a water-soluble vitamin needed for healthy growth and development. It is known as ‘folate’ when it is found naturally in food and it is called ‘folic acid’ when it is added to food. It is an important nutrient in pregnancy diet for healthy foetal development & to prevent serious health problems. Read on to know more on folic acid foods which you can include in your pregnancy diet.

Daily Requirement of Folic Acid

• Before conception : 400 micrograms (mcg) a day of folate or folic acid

• Throughout pregnancy : 600 to 1,000 micrograms of folate or folic acid a day

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