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o Profesor: - Ana Figueroa o Students: - Romina Broitman - Angeles Tessey - Lucía Voegeli What is folic acid? Folic acid is a water soluble B-vitamin that helps build healthy cells. "Water soluble" means it does not stay in your body for very long, so you need to take it every day to help prevent neural tube defects. During periods of rapid growth, such as pregnancy and fetal development, the body's requirement for this vitamin increases. There are two different forms of folic acid: 1. Synthetic form. This form is found in: o multivitamins o fortified bread and grain products, like breakfast cereals o folic acid prescriptions (Women at increased risk for spina bifida need a prescription for folic acid. Please speak with your health care provider.) 2. Natural form (also called "folate"). This form is available in foods like: o leafy green vegetables o some fruits and juices The following foods contain significant quantities...

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