Table 2 Knowledge of folic acid deficiency among respondents (N = 388)
Variable | n (%) |
|---|---|
Folic acid is a water-soluble vitamin | |
Yes | 120 (30.9) |
No | 268 (69.1) |
What is the best time for a woman of reproductive age to be folic acid sufficient? | |
Preconception | 99 (25.5) |
After conception | 289 (74.5) |
Folic acid deficiency is of public health concern | |
Yes | 309 (79.6) |
No | 79 (20.4) |
Deficiency of folic acid may cause neural tube defects | |
Yes | 199 (51.3) |
No | 189 (48.7) |
A deficiency of folic acid may cause anaemia | |
Yes | 275 (70.9) |
No | 113 (29.1) |
Which of the following is not a good source of naturally occurring folic acid? | |
Dark green leafy vegetables | 63 (16.2) |
Dried beans and peas (legumes) | 3 (0.8) |
Citrus fruits and juices | 60 (15.5) |
Unfortified polished rice and noodles/pasta | 262 (67.5) |