This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine
Folic acid requirement during lactation is: September 2008 
Select and explain. 
A. 100 microgram/day, B. 150 microgram/day, C. 200 microgram/day, D. 250 microgram/day
B: 150 microgram/day
Answer: B: 150 microgram/day 
Explanation: Ans. B: 150 microgram/day The dietary intake values of folate as recommended by ICMR are: Healthy adults: 100mcg per day In pregnancy: 400mcg per day During lactation: 150mcg per day Children: 100 mcg per day