Folic acid, as opposed to folate, which is a naturally occurring form of vitamin B found in different foods, is synthetically produced and is often used in supplements and fortified foods. It is well known that taking folic acid before and during early pregnancy reduces the risk of neural tube defects like spina bifida. The current recommended dose is 400 ig (micrograms) a day, but it is still not clear exactly how much daily folic acid is needed to prevent neural ...
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