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Alternative Title:
Nutrients
Personal Author:
Crider, Krista S. ; Bailey, Lynn B. ; Berry, Robert J.
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Description:
Periconceptional intake of folic acid is known to reduce a woman's risk of having an infant affected by a neural tube birth defect (NTD). National programs to mandate fortification of food with folic acid have reduced the prevalence of NTDs worldwide. Uncertainty surrounding possible unintended consequences has led to concerns about higher folic acid intake and food fortification programs. This uncertainty emphasizes the need to continually monitor fortification programs for accurate measures of their effect and the ability to address concerns as they arise. This review highlights the history, effect, concerns, and future directions of folic acid food fortification programs.
Subjects:
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Diet Female Folic Acid Food, Fortified History, 20th Century History, 21st Century Humans Neural Tube Defects Pregnancy Pregnancy Outcome Prenatal Care Vitamin B Complex
Source:
Nutrients. 2011; 3(3):370-384.
Document Type:
Journal Article
Genre:
Historical Article
Collection(s):
CDC Public Access
Main Document Checksum:
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urn:sha256:4709da6057e1cdecc0cce762a41a328870b11b04e66bd3b24c66d3eaaf134386
Download URL:
https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/4059/cdc_4059_DS1.pdf
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