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Is methylfolate a form of folic acid?
Is methylfolate a form of folic acid? The main difference between L methylfolate and folic acid is that L-methylfolate is primarily the biologically active form of folate whereas folic acid or vitamin B9 is one of the several types of vitamins converted into folate in the body. Furthermore, L-methylfolate is important for DNA replication, the cysteine cycle and the regulation of homocysteine, while folic acid deficiency can cause anemia with symptoms including feeling tired, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, open sores on the tongue, and changes in the color of the skin or hair.
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Why is methylfolate better than folic acid?
Why is methylfolate better than folic acid? Methylfolate is the biologically active form of folate, meaning it doesn't need to be converted into another form for the body to absorb it (like folic acid does).
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Where does dietary folate come from?
Where does dietary folate come from? As an advocate for a food-first approach, we can’t overlook the importance of eating food rich in folate, like green leafy vegetables (particularly spinach), brussels sprouts, asparagus, oranges, avocado, milk, yogurt, nuts, and beans.
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How much folate should you take a day?
How much folate should you take a day? The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends 600 micrograms (mcg) of folate per day during pregnancy — with at least 400 mcg DFE (dietary folate equivalent) of that coming from supplemental folate starting at least one month preconception through at least the first 12 weeks of pregnancy.
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What is The MTHFR Gene Mutation?
What is The MTHFR Gene Mutation? The most well studied gene in terms of health is the methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase or MTHFR. We will address the question of what is the MTHFR gene mutation, how does it impact our health and what can we do if we have an alteration at this gene?
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When should you start taking folate?
When should you start taking folate? The neural tube forms in the first four weeks after conception (before many people even realize they’re pregnant!). If you can plan ahead, it’s ideal to take a prenatal supplement with folate for at least one month before trying to conceive so you can build up the levels of the nutrient in your body before pregnancy.
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