Easy–To–Spot Sources Of Folic Acid
Many women know they should get Folic Acid to safeguard against birth defects but aren't sure how to hit the 400–microgram daily target.
by Jenna Autuori
To make it easier for potential moms to identify good food sources of this B vitamin, the March of Dimes recently created the Folic Acid for a Healthy Pregnancy seal. Packaged groceries bearing the purple and white label, such as breads, flour, and breakfast cereals, must contain 10 percent of the recommended daily intake per serving. (You can get a similar amount through fresh foods like spinach, avocados, beans, and peanuts.) Folic acid may also help prevent heart disease, stroke, some cancers, and anemia.
