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Iron and folic acid deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency found in women. Deficiency of both causes anaemia, which results in decreased number of red blood cells (RBCs) or low haemoglobin levels in the blood. The goal of providing iron-folic acid supplements is to restore normal levels of iron and to replenish haemoglobin levels in the blood. Poor dietary intake of iron, accelerated increase in requirements of iron eg, during pregnancy and lactation; adolescent females and elderly can benefit with the supplementation of iron and folic acid.