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Genetic Syndromes and Cleft Lip/Palate
13:29 - 16:45 (03:15)
The FDA mandated extra folic acid in common foods in the late 90s to help prevent cleft lip/palate in babies. Parents who have a biological child with cleft lip/palate and smoke or drink alcohol during pregnancy increase the risk of birth defects due to reduced absorption of folic acid.
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A discussion on the different genetic syndromes associated with cleft lip or cleft palate and the chances of inheritance, which increase if a parent or a parent's sibling has the condition.
13:29 - 15:45 (02:16)
Summary
A discussion on the different genetic syndromes associated with cleft lip or cleft palate and the chances of inheritance, which increase if a parent or a parent's sibling has the condition. The term "CL/P" (cleft lip/palate) is often used to refer to this condition.
ChapterGenetic Syndromes and Cleft Lip/Palate
EpisodeHow Cleft Lips and Palates Work
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Folic acid is a natural form of Vitamin B9 that is essential for everyone, particularly pregnant women.
15:45 - 16:45 (00:59)
Summary
Folic acid is a natural form of Vitamin B9 that is essential for everyone, particularly pregnant women. The FDA mandated folic acid be in common foods in the late 90s, but it can also be found in sunflower seeds, fruits, beans, and peanuts.