SPINA BIFIDA AWARENESS...DAY 5 Prevention The exact cause of Spina Bifida is unknown. However, scientists believe a combination of genetics and environmental factors are involved. Daily consumption of the B-vitamin, folic acid, prior to and during pregnancy is shown to reduce the occurrence of Spina Bifida by up to 70%. Folic acid helps build healthy cells. It is important for all women of childbearing age to take a vitamin with folic acid every day. Timothy Tj Mula
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