Ensure adequate intake of folic acid from "summary" of Eat This, Not That! When You're Expecting by Jennifer Ashton, MD,David Zinczenko
Folic acid is a crucial nutrient for pregnant women. It helps prevent major birth defects of the baby's brain and spine. That's why it's important to make sure you're getting enough of it. The recommended daily intake of folic acid for pregnant women is 600 micrograms. You can get folic acid from foods like fortified cereals, leafy green vegetables, beans, and citrus fruits. However, it can be hard to get enough through diet alone. That's why many doctors recommend taking a prenatal vitamin with folic acid. If you're planning to get pregnant, it's a good idea to start taking a prenatal vitamin with folic acid before you co...
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