Question

As a reaction to the increasing rate of the birth of children with neural tube defects in the U.S., the FDA instituted a new fortification program for all grain and cereal products in conjunction with public health programs. Which vitamin was added to these foods?

Answer 1

Folate

Step-by-step explanation:

Folate is a naturally occurring form of vitamin B9. It occurs naturally in foods like green vegetables, citrus fruits and beans.

Folate is utilized in cell division, formation of red blood cells and for healthy cell growth and function. Folate is also needed to make DNA and other genetic materials.

Neural tube defects are birth deformities of the brain of spinal cord in infants. It occurs in the first few weeks of pregnancy.

It is important for mothers to take folic acid because it helps in the formation of new cells such as the skin, hair, and nails.