BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

Detailed explanation-1: -It’s estimated that taking folic acid supplements before you conceive and while you’re pregnant may prevent up to 7 out of 10 cases of neural tube defects, such as spina bifida.

Detailed explanation-2: -When the baby is developing early during pregnancy, folic acid helps form the neural tube. Folic acid is very important because it can help prevent some major birth defects of the baby’s brain (anencephaly) and spine (spina bifida). The neural tube forms the early brain and spine.

Detailed explanation-3: -Within the first 28 days of pregnancy, the neural tube, which is responsible for the development of the brain and spine, closes. Inadequate concentrations of folate can prevent closure of the neural tube, which can lead to a neural tube defect.

Detailed explanation-4: -People who are pregnant or might become pregnant take folic acid to prevent serious birth defects such as spina bifida. Folic acid is also used for many other conditions including depression, stroke, decline in memory and thinking skills, and many others.