Question

Bread fortified with folate can help in

• A. Bone development
• B. Neurological development
• C. Fetal development
• D. Both B and C

Answer 1

The correct option is D Both B and C

Biofortification is the method in which the food is added or supplemented with the required nutrients. It is a process of breeding crops with higher levels of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and fat content. The folate is responsible for the spinal cord development and development of the brain. An adequate amount of folate taken by the pregnant women prevents the chances of neural tube defects in the foetus.

Thus, the correct answer is option D.