It is recommended to take folic acid before pregnancy to avoid birth defects in children and to prevent anemia. Folic acid works to prevent deformities such as cleft palate and neural canal defects. In addition, folic acid contributes to the formation of red blood cells and thus avoids anemia. It is recommended to use folic acid for women who want to have children for a period of at least three months before the start of pregnancy.
Folic acid also reduces the possibility of recurrent miscarriage and protects against pregnancy problems associated with toxicosis.