The active forms of the vitamin folic acid found in food are called folates. Folate is a water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B9) that is needed for cell division and blood cell formation. Its need increases during pregnancy. Humans cannot produce folic acid or folate in their bodies, so we must get them from food or supplements.
Folate is found in many green vegetables, from which the vitamin gets its name (folium = leaf). However, vegetables can quickly lose some of their folate, for example at room temperature, and boiling vegetables in water can remove up to 95% of it.
Adequate folate intake is especially important for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as folate promotes tissue growth during pregnancy.
Dosage: For adults, 1-2 capsules per day. The recommended daily dose should not be exceeded. The dietary supplement does not replace a varied and balanced diet or a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of children.
Dosage: For adults 1-2 capsules daily. Den Recommended dygnsdose får inte överskridas. Dietary supplements do not replace a comprehensive and balanced diet or a healthy lifestyle. Förvaras oåtkomligt för barn.
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<p> Made in Finland. Folate does not originate from Finland.<br>
Made in Finland. Folat is not from Finland.</p>
Frequently asked questions
For adults, daily use; the capsule is vegan and includes Quatrefolic® folate (active form of 5-MTHF). For exact ingredients and dosage: see instructions on the page.
In Finland, it is recommended for those planning a pregnancy and in early pregnancy folic acid supplement 400 µg/day, preferably the beginning about 2 months before getting pregnant Adjust your total amount according to these instructions (also consider other preparations/foods).
EFSA keep for adults tolerable upper limit 1,000 µg/day folates from all additional and supplemented sources(applies to both folic acid and 5-MTHF forms such as Quatrefolic). If you are also taking a multivitamin or pregnancy supplement, check your total intake.
Don't start or stop folate supplement on its own. In conjunction with low-dose methotrexate folic acid/folate is often prescribed separately to reduce harm, while in cancer treatments. The timing and preparations are strictly controlled. Follow the instructions of the treating provider.
High folate intake can to correct blood count and thus covers up B12 deficiency hematological signs, although neurological symptoms may progress. If you suspect B12 deficiency (e.g. vegan diet, long-term metformin/PPI),check B12 level before starting folate or talk to a professional.
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