Frequently asked question: Why is it so important to take folic acid?

Taking folic acid will support the increased production of red blood cells in the bone marrow. This will prevent anemia caused by a shortage of folic acid. Increased red blood cell production in the bone marrow will cause folic acid reserves to deplete rapidly. Folic acid will be administered from the moment a baby switches to solids.

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