QUEST BioFolic L-Methyl Folate 400ug

QUEST Folic Acid 400 µg provides a standard, recommended daily dose of folic acid, a vital B-vitamin (B9) that supports healthy cell division, red blood cell formation, and fetal neural tube development. Folic acid is especially important during pre-conception and early pregnancy to help reduce the risk of neural tube defects like spina bifida.

In addition to its role in maternal health, folic acid also helps regulate homocysteine levels, contributing to cardiovascular health. This supplement is ideal for women planning pregnancy, individuals with folate-deficient diets, and those looking to support general wellbeing and energy metabolism.

This is a metabolically active form of folate in the body.This means that upon folate consumption it has to be converted to L-methyl-folate to be utilized by the body.This bio-active form of folate, l-methylfolate can be directly used by the body upon absorption without any metabolic conversion process.Sources of folate include paw paw, beef liver, green leafy vegetables, avocado, orange juice and beans.Folate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy to reduce the risk of certain birth defects that affect the brain and spinal cord and has a role in body cell division and blood formation. Low maternal folate status is a risk factor in the development of neural tube defects-affecting the spinal cord and the brain in the developing fetus. It also supports immune function, helps reduce tiredness and fatigue and supports normal homocysteine level.

Folate is also essential for:

1. DNA replication
2. Metabolism of vitamins
3. Metabolism of amino acid
4. Proper cell division