How common is folic acid deficiency in the UK?
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According to UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey data from 2008-2019, folate levels across the population were in decline, indicating that folic acid deficiency is a common and persistent health concern in the UK. Significant portions of the population, particularly young women, have inadequate folate levels, prompting the government to mandate fortification of non-wholemeal flour.
