The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has issued a favourable opinion on the use of supplemental folate to reduce the risk of neural tube defects (NTD) such as spina bifida and anencephaly. This is consistent with current advice from the UK Department of Health.
Shine CEO Jackie Bland warmly welcomed the news:
“We are delighted to learn that EFSA has taken this very positive step and endorsed the role of 400mcg supplemental folic acid in reducing the risk of neural tube defects in pregnancy.”
via Spina bifida • Hydrocephalus • Information • Networking • Equality - SHINE http://shineukcharity.wordpress.com/2013/08/09/european-food-safety-authority-issues-favourable-opinion-on-use-of-supplemental-folate-dhgovuk%e2%80%8e/
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