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Tortilla Bill for Reproductive Health
Season 2024
Episode 9
A Fresno, California lawmaker seeks to pass a law to fortify corn masa flour with folic acid, a type of B vitamin that boosts female reproductive health and prevents birth defects. Including the ingredient in tortillas, tamales, corn chips and pupusas could help ensure healthy pregnancies and babies in Latinx communities. Ana Ibarra reports for CalMatters.
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