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CellWell record HH-327892

The importance of folate consumption during pregnancy in preventing neural tube defects: A Literature Review

Tiara Andhiny; Anita Rahmiwati; Novrikasari Novrikasari

Jurnal SAGO Gizi dan Kesehatan ยท 2026

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In this review of six studies, folic acid deficiency was linked to higher risk of neural tube defects, while supplementation before and during pregnancy was linked to fewer cases, though compliance remained low.

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Emerging
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Primary research (design unspecified)

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