What nutrient deficiency causes neural tube defects in the early stages of pregnancy?
A) Protein
B) Iron
C) Vitamin D
D) Folic acid

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Folic acid deficiency has been linked to neural tube defects, such as spina bifida, in early fetal development. Adequate folic acid intake before and during early pregnancy has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of these birth defects.

What Nutrient Deficiency Causes Neural Tube Defects in the Early