What Was Folic Acid Originally Used For? The Surprising History
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In 1931, a researcher named Lucy Wills first discovered that a factor in brewer's yeast could prevent a serious form of anemia in pregnant women. This nutrient, later identified and synthesized as folic acid, was originally used for combating macrocytic anemia and has a rich history that paved the way for modern nutritional science.
