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Folic Acid
26 folate products - folic acid and methylfolate, in tablets, capsules, liquids, a powder and a chewable, at strengths from 200 to 800 micrograms. Brands include Viridian, Solgar, Biocare, Lamberts, HealthAid and Terranova.
Pregnancy and trying to conceive
The NHS advises 400 micrograms of folic acid daily from before conception until the 12th week of pregnancy. Some women are advised to take considerably more - if you have diabetes, epilepsy, a high BMI, coeliac disease, or a family history of neural tube defects, speak to your GP, as a higher dose may be recommended. Folate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy.
What else does folate do?
Folate contributes to normal blood formation, to normal amino acid synthesis, to normal homocysteine metabolism, to normal psychological function, to the normal function of the immune system, to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue, and it has a role in the process of cell division.
Folic acid or methylfolate?
Folic acid is the synthetic form used in fortification and in most research, including the trials underpinning the pregnancy advice. Methylfolate is the form the body uses directly and is increasingly popular. For pregnancy specifically, folic acid is what the NHS guidance refers to. Both are here.
Folate and B12
Worth knowing: high folate intake can mask a B12 deficiency by correcting the anaemia while leaving the neurological effects to progress. If you are over 60, vegan, or taking metformin or long-term acid suppressants, it is worth having B12 checked rather than taking high-dose folate on its own. See our B12 range.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
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BiocareNutrisorb Liquid Methylfolate 15ml
Biocare Nutrisorb Liquid Methylfolate delivers 100mcg of active 5-MTHF per drop—the bioavailable form your body recognises and utilises immediately...
View full detailsViridianMethylfolate 400ug 90 Capsules
Methylfolate is a vitamin that is part of the vitamin B family, specifically the biologically active form of vitamin B9 (folic acid). Folate contri...
View full detailsBiocareNutrisorb Liquid Methyl FolGuard 15ml
Metabolically active forms of vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) and folate (as methylfolate) to support healthy methylation. Nutrisorb Methyl FolGu...
View full detailsLambertsFolic Acid 400ΜG 100 Tablets
Lamberts Folic Acid delivers 400µg of folic acid per tablet, a straightforward single-nutrient supplement. Folate contributes to normal blood forma...
View full detailsViridianMyo-Inositol & Folic Acid Powder 120g
Viridian Myo-Inositol & Folic Acid Powder combines 2000mg of myo-inositol with 200µg of folic acid per two-scoop serving, in a pleasant-tasting...
View full detailsViridianFolic Acid with DHA 90 Capsules
Viridian Folic Acid with DHA 90Vcaps Folic acid is a member of the B complex family. The Govenment's Chief Medical Officers advise that all women p...
View full detailsLambertsMethyl Folate 400ΜG 60 Tablets
Lamberts Methyl Folate delivers 400µg of folic acid in its calcium-L-methylfolate form per tablet, an already-active form of folate. Folate contrib...
View full detailsViridianFolic Acid 400ug 90 Capsules
Folic acid is a B vitamin – also known as B9 – which provides essential nutritional support during conception and pregnancy. Although it is found ...
View full detailsNatures AidFolic Acid 400ug 90 Tablets
NATURES AID FOLIC ACID HELP PREVENT SPINA BIFIDA It is extremely important for all women planning a pregnancy to take a 400mcg folic acid supplemen...
View full detailsSolgarFolacin (Folic Acid) 400ug 100 Tablets
Folacin (Folic Acid) 400 mcg, also known as Vitamin B9, contributes to several processes within the body, but is best known for its support of mate...
View full detailsSolgarFolate 1000ug (as Metafolin) 60 Tablets
Folic Acid must first be converted to its active form by a series of biochemical steps before it is able to be used by the body. Metafolin® (L-meth...
View full detailsTogether HealthNatural Folate 400mcg - 30 Vegan Capsules
Natural Folate from Spinach - 400mcg Per Capsule Together Health's Folate supplement delivers 400mcg of natural folate extracted from spinach, pro...
View full detailsNature's OwnMethylfolate 60 Capsules
Our small, easy to take capsules provide folic acid as methylfolate (5-MTHF) for optimum absorption. This is the most stable and naturally active ...
View full detailsHealthAidFolic Acid 400ug 270 Tablets
Folic acid is a member of the B group vitamins and is used in the body for the production of nucleic acids and DNA. It helps in the utilisation of ...
View full detailsBalancedFolic Acid Refill 60 Capsules
Balanced Folic Acid 60 Veggie Caps in our recyclable paper refill pouch. Folic acid contributes to maternal tissue growth and blood formation. Veg...
View full detailsBalancedFolic Acid 60 Capsules
Balanced Folic Acid 60 Veggie Caps in our reusable and recyclable bottle. Folic acid contributes to maternal tissue growth and blood formation. Ve...
View full detailsSolgarFolate 400ug (as Metafolin) 50 Tablets
Folic Acid must first be converted to its active form by a series of biochemical steps before it is able to be used by the body. Metafolin® (L-meth...
View full detailsSolgarFolate 400ug (as Metafolin) 100 Tablets
Folic Acid must first be converted to its active form by a series of biochemical steps before it is able to be used by the body. Metafolin® (L-meth...
View full detailsNew LeafFolic Acid 120 Tablets
New Leaf Folic Acid Tablets deliver 400mcg of folic acid per tablet, a straightforward single-nutrient supplement. Folate contributes to normal blo...
View full detailsNew LeafFolic Acid 60 Gummies
New Leaf Folic Acid 60 Gummies delivers essential prenatal nutrition in a convenient, palatable format. Each gummy provides 400mcg of folic acid (v...
View full detailsNatures AidMini Drops Iron (with Vitamin C, B12 & Folic Acid) 50ml
Natures Aid Mini Drops Iron Supplement - 50ml Comprehensive Nutrient Support Introducing the Natures Aid Mini Drops Iron Supplement, a meticulous...
View full detailsHealthAidFolic Acid 400ug 90 Tablets
Folic acid is a member of the B group vitamins and is used in the body for the production of nucleic acids and DNA. It helps in the utilisation of ...
View full detailsHealthAidFolic Acid 400ug (Dispenser Pa 1000 Tablets
Folic acid is a member of the B group vitamins and is used in the body for the production of nucleic acids and DNA. It helps in the utilisation of ...
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