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Whichvitaminshould be takenbefore and during pregnancyto help avoidneural tube defects?
Pyridoxine
Ascorbic acid
Thiamine
Folic acid
Folic acid (Vitamin B9) is crucial for fetal development, reducing the risk of neural tube defects like spina bifida.
Recommended dose: At least 400 mcg daily before pregnancy and during the first trimester.
????Reference:CDC Folic Acid Pregnancy Guidelines, PTCE Vitamin & Supplement Guide.
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