Folic acid linked to breast cancer growth in animal study

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Folic acid is a well-known supplement to many women, particularly those who are or plan to be pregnant. But a new study suggests that taking large amounts of folate - a B vitamin - and its synthetic form, folic acid, might actually increase the risk of developing breast cancer.

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