subject: What to Eat When Pregnant: Supplementing Your Diet [print this page] If you are planning to conceive, you can begin taking folic acid before you get pregnant, as most spinal cord defects occur during the first 28 days of pregnancy. You should take at least 600mcg throughout your pregnancy. Foods high in folic acid include beans, citrus fruits, nuts, and dark leafy greens.
What to Eat When Pregnant: Supplementing Your Diet
