Preparing for a Healthy Future Today: Folic Acid Formative Research With Young Latina Adults

Young Latina adults require targeted health messages to meet the unique needs of this life stage. Folie acid messages for the prevention of neural tube defects that are effective for other women might not be relevant to this group. The aim of this study was to identify barriers and motivators to folie acid consumption for this population and develop educational materials and messages that address their needs. This article presents 3 phases of formative research that formed the basis for the development of Spanish-language print materials and radio advertisements aimed at promoting folie acid consumption among young Latina adults.