Folic acid supplements show potential as ‘novel’ protective measure for gestational diabetes

Women who take at least 400 µg per day of folic acid supplements before they become pregnant may be at lower risk for the development of gestational diabetes, according to findings published in Diabetes Care.

Original Article: Folic acid supplements show potential as ‘novel’ protective measure for gestational diabetes

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