Which supplement helps protect against spina bifida and anencephaly?

A) vitamin C
B) vitamin D
C) calcium
D) folic acid

Spina Bifida

A birth defect that occurs when the spine and spinal cord don't form properly, leading to varying degrees of disability, which can include mobility issues, problems with bowel and bladder control, and hydrocephalus.

Anencephaly

A severe congenital condition characterized by the absence of a major portion of the brain, skull, and scalp, typically resulting in stillbirth or death shortly after birth.

Folic Acid

A B vitamin that is crucial for healthy cell growth and development, particularly important during pregnancy.