{"title":"Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFolic Acid benefits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed in fortified foods and dietary supplements. The liver converts it into folate, it's active form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's important for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall cell health and DNA health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy neural tube (brain and spinal cord) development in utero – you need adequate intake before and during early pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy energy and circulation- red blood cell formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeart health – overall cardiovascular Health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy brain function – adequate levels of folate support healthy brain chemicals – including the calming and happy neurotransmitters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy fetal development- especially neural tube (brain and spinal cord) development. Prior to conception and during the \u003cstrong\u003efirst trimester of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pregnancy\" title=\"Pregnancy\"\u003epregnancy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding Folic Acid, Folate and 5-MTHF\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5-MTHF, Folate and Folic acid are all forms of vitamin B9\u003c\/strong\u003e, but they differ in their structure and origin:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolate:\u003c\/strong\u003e is the natural occurring form of vitamin B9. Natural sources of folate include legumes, fruits and vegetables, especially leafy greens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolic Acid:\u003c\/strong\u003e is a synthetic form of the natural occurring folate. Foods are fortified with folic acid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-MTHF (5-methyltetrahydrofolate):\u003c\/strong\u003e is the active, methylated form of folate. Some genes may affect the body’s capacity to transform folic acid into its active form. Research suggests this activated option is easier for the body to use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may also like to read about \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guide\/shop-our-naturopaths-top-essentials-for-every-pregnancy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Our Naturopath's top essentials for every pregnancy\"\u003eOur Naturopath's top essentials for every pregnancy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: What is Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAnswer: Folic Acid, also known as Vitamin B9, is important for overall health and healthy fetal development during pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Why is Folic Acid important?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAnswer: Folic Acid is essential for healthy cell growth, DNA synthesis, and healthy fetal development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Who should take Folic Acid supplements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnswer: Pregnant women, those planning pregnancy, and people with dietary restrictions can benefit from Folic Acid supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Can Folic Acid support hair growth?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAnswer: Yes, Folic Acid supports healthy cell growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Are there any side effects of taking Folic Acid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnswer: Folic Acid is generally suitable to take by most, but high doses can cause side effects. Always consult a healthcare provider before starting any supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: How much Folic Acid should I take daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnswer: The recommended daily amount varies, especially during pregnancy. It's best to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Can I take Folic Acid with other vitamins?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnswer: Yes, Folic Acid can be taken with other vitamins. Best taken as part of a B complex vitamin as they work together in the body.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"go-healthy-go-folate-b12","title":"GO Folate \u0026 B12","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGO Healthy GO Folate \u0026amp; B12 \u003c\/strong\u003econtain bioavailable forms of folate \u0026amp; vitamin B12 to support absorption within the body. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFolate \u0026amp; vitamin B12 are essential nutrients that the body can’t make on its own. 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There are three well-known supplemental forms of folate; Folic Acid, Folinic Acid and 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDoctors Best Fully Active Folate with Quatrefolic® contains 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF) which is the methylated and most biologically active form of folate. It is the body’s ultimate resource for methyl groups, which are essential in supporting numerous enzymes that support a complex web of metabolic pathways such as DNA and hormone pathways and brain and nerve cell protection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFolate supports a healthy mood, mental clarity and focus, circulation, healthy red blood cell formation and many other metabolic processes. The body cannot make folate on its own and it must be obtained from foods or supplementation. Gene-level regulation, cell growth patterns and tissue repair can all be affected if folate levels are too low. Higher levels of folate are sometimes required during pregnancy to support neural tube development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFolic acid is a heat stable synthetic form of folate. It is unmethylated and has the capacity to be converted to the active form, 5-MTHF, in healthy individuals via a highly complex, multistep process. There are several factors including genetics, malabsorption, some diseases, and lack of sufficient co-factors that may inhibit this conversion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFolinic acid is an immediate pre-cursor to 5,10 methylenetetrahydrofolate which is the step prior to the formation of 5-MTHF. Folinic acid is an active, but not methylated form of folate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreen leafy vegetables are regarded as the highest food source of folates, along with brewer’s yeast, sprouts, organ meats, i.e. liver and kidney and some fruits. Many of the dietary sources are complex and mixed variable mixtures of folate compounds. 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