The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics

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Impact of Iron and Folic Acid Supplementation on Expectant Mothers and their Offspring


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1 Sri Avinashilingam Home Science College for Women, Coimbatore-641 043, India
     

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Pregnancy is a period of great anabolic activity, when the most rapid rate of growth takes place. Among the nutrients, folic acid and iron assume a prime role in pregnancy as they are essential for maternal health and performance.
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  • Impact of Iron and Folic Acid Supplementation on Expectant Mothers and their Offspring

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P. Vijayalakshmi
Sri Avinashilingam Home Science College for Women, Coimbatore-641 043, India
R. Shobana
Sri Avinashilingam Home Science College for Women, Coimbatore-641 043, India

Abstract


Pregnancy is a period of great anabolic activity, when the most rapid rate of growth takes place. Among the nutrients, folic acid and iron assume a prime role in pregnancy as they are essential for maternal health and performance.