A young woman who is contemplating pregnancy asks the nurse what she can do to get healthy in preparation for pregnancy. The nurse will recommend which dietary supplement?

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Folic acid supplementation is recommended for all women of childbearing age to reduce the risk of neural tube defects in the developing fetus. Iron, vitamin D, and calcium may also be important for a healthy pregnancy, but are not the primary supplement recommended.

A Young Woman Who Is Contemplating Pregnancy Asks the Nurse