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Folic Acid May Protect Mothers and Children Against Liver Damage from Prenatal Chemical Exposure

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Researchers have found that treating folic acid and other B vitamin deficiencies during pregnancy may help counter some of the adverse effects of prenatal chemical exposure on the livers of children.
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Published in the Journal of Hepatology, this study specifically highlights the risks of liver injury and fat accumulation in the liver associated with exposure to air pollutants, pesticides, and other chemicals during pregnancy.

The findings suggest that while chemicals may be contributing to an epidemic of liver diseases in mothers, and especially in their children, higher maternal intakes of folic acid, particularly above 600 mcg daily, along with ensuring adequate levels of cobalt (a component of vitamin B12) and treating B vitamin deficiencies, might mitigate the harmful effects.

In addition to emphasizing the protective potential of folic acid and other B vitamins, the study also advocates for a broader approach to public health, stressing the necessity of reducing exposure to environmental contaminants. The research adds to the growing body of scientific evidence showing that environmental factors, combined with dietary interventions, may significantly influence pregnancy outcomes.

To learn more about the importance of micronutrients during pregnancy, see parts one and two of the special pregnancy feature article on our website.

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