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Folate

Also known as: methylfolate, 5-MTHF, folic acid, vitamin B9

SStrong Evidence1 studies referenced

Common dosage

400-800mcg daily

Category

vitamin

Description

Essential for DNA synthesis and methylation. Methylfolate is the active form — important for those with MTHFR variants.

Safety & interactions

Methylfolate preferred over folic acid, especially with MTHFR mutations.
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Studies on Folate (1)

1.

Folate and depression

Coppen A, Bolander-Gouaille C (2005) · J Psychiatry Neurosci

ReviewPubMed

Health domains

Mental health & wellbeingCardiovascular health

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