Impact of Folic Acid Fortification in the U.S.
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Impact of Folic Acid Fortification in the U.S.
Folic acid has been added to foods labeled as “enriched,” such as breads, pastas, rice and cereals.
This has led to 600-700 babies born without a spina bifida birth defect each year
Resulting in $400-$600 million saved each year
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