No. 079Vitamin
Vitamin
Folate
Essential for DNA synthesis, cell division and healthy red blood cells.
- Also known as
- Vitamin B9, Folic acid, L-methylfolate
- Evidence
- Established nutrient Evidence level 5 of 5
- Body systems
- Liver, Nerves, Bones, Vitality and immunity
In research
Folic acid is converted in the body to L-methylfolate, the active form. Folate needs rise sharply in pregnancy.
Strength of evidence
Established nutrient Evidence level 5 of 5An essential nutrient with well defined roles and recommended intakes. How we grade evidence.
Evidence
Research and answers
Appraised research and plain-language answers that involve Folate.
Where you will find it
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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