Benefits of folic acid during pregnancy

Folic acid is a B vitamin with which our bodies make new cells (Photo: Shutterstock)

When you find out that you are pregnant, your doctor will most likely put you on folic acid supplements. Many of us women are simply told that these are good for the development of the baby and we take that at face value. 

However, in commemoration of World Folic Acid Awareness Week which ends today, let’s look at some of the benefits folic acid has on your baby’s development.