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Vitamin B12 and birth defects

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Vegetarian and vegan diets could cause birth defects according to news reports. we look at the science behind the headlines and see what it really means.

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Tags: Diet and Nutrition, Vegetarian and Vegan Diet, Vitamin, Women's Health, Childbirth

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healthtap.com — “There are many brands of prenatal vitamins each with a slightly different compilation of vitamins. The best one to take is the one that you like. Folate in prenatal vitamins has been shows to prevent certain birth defects especially if taken before pregnancy. Find one you like and take it daily.View full resource at healthtap.com

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indystar.com — “Unquestionably, some vitamins are of distinct value in certain medical conditions. Examples include vitamin B12 for pernicious anemia and folic acid in pregnancy for the prevention of certain birth defects. But, generally, well-conducted research from the mainstream medical literature demonstrates only modest or no benefit of various vitamins in conditions for which they are touted.View full resource at indystar.com

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Should I take vitamins while pregnant?

healthtap.com — “Pregnant women should take a prenatal vitamin containing Folic acid preferably starting 3 months before pregnancy to prevent birth defects. I also recommend Calcium supplementation 1000-1500 mg daily and a DHA supplement in the third trimester.View full resource at healthtap.com

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March of Dimes: Add folic acid to diet to curb neural birth defects - Related Stories - AAP SmartBrief

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Fortifying corn masa flour with folic acid could prevent birth defects

labspaces.net — “Fortifying corn masa flour with the B vitamin folic acid could prevent more serious birth defects of the brain and spine in the Hispanic community, according to a March of Dimes commentary published in the American Journal of Public Health.View full resource at labspaces.net

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