Folic acid has been shown to prevent some birth abnormalities of the brain and spinal cord by more than 70%.
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) happen when the spinal cord fails to close properly.
Spina bifida is the most frequent neural tube abnormality.
May incidentally prevent Down’s syndrome, provided a sufficiently high dose of folic acid is used.
Folic acid is a B vitamin that every cell in your body needs for healthy growth and development.
Food Sources:
- Dark green leafy vegetables (turnip greens, spinach, romaine lettuce, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, broccoli)
- Beans.
- Peanuts.
- Sunflower seeds.
- Fresh fruits, fruit juices.