Women who took folic acid supplements were less likely to have children with an autism spectrum disorder, according to a new study in JAMA. Folic acid is also found in eggs, beans and certain fruits and vegetables.

Women who took folic acid supplements were less likely to have children with an autism spectrum disorder, according to a new study in JAMA. Folic acid is also found in eggs, beans and certain fruits and vegetables.
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Women who took folic acid supplements were less likely to have children with an autism spectrum disorder, according to a new study in JAMA. Folic acid is also found in eggs, beans and certain fruits and vegetables.