Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)

1. Synthetic folic acid or folate found in supplements has a stronger protective effect than folate that is found in food.

2. To reduce the risk of birth defects, Alisha, who plans to get pregnant in October, should increase folic acid consumption in September, and she should continue until the early months of pregnancy.

3. Folate coenzymes accept and donate one-carbon compounds in DNA and amino acid synthesis.


1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. TRUE

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