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Jan 29 2007, Pooja

Women who consume folic acid supplements early in their pregnancy can substantially reduce their baby’s chances of being born with a cleft lip.

Folic acid — a B vitamin found in green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits and certain dairy products –...

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