Look for third-party certifications like NSF International, USP, or ConsumerLab.com. These groups test to ensure that what’s on the label is actually in the bottle, ...

If you’re pregnant or trying to get pregnant, a prenatal vitamin is important. Consumer Reports consulted experts to help you choose the right prenatal for your needs.

Choosing the right prenatal vitamin can be overwhelming. Consumer Reports reviewed 15 popular brands to help you make the ...

The March of Dimes, a national organization to pre vent birth defects, recom mends that all women of childbearing age get 400 micrograms of folic acid a day — before they know they are pregnant ...

The March of Dimes says birth defects are the leading cause of infant death in the U.S. Those who survive face challenges but many lead long and happy lives.

PETRIE: Folic acid is a form of folate, vitamin B9. Neural tube defects are linked with folate deficiency at the beginning of a pregnancy.

“Birth defects are the leading cause of infant deaths in South Carolina, and individuals born with a birth defect often face lifelong challenges,” said Dr. Edward Simmer, DHEC director.