Doctor's Best, Fully Active Folate 800, 800 mcg, 60 Veggie Caps - Prenatal Supplement
Doctor's Best, Fully Active Folate 800, 800 mcg, 60 Veggie Caps - Prenatal Supplement
IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you're TTC, taking supplements rich in folate and iodine is recommended. This particular supplement contains folate only. You can buy a pair of this product (folate rich) with another (iodine rich) by purchasing our prenatal kit
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Doctor's Best Fully Active Folate 800 is a dietary supplement designed to provide 800 mcg of folate per serving, utilizing Quatrefolic®, the glucosamine salt of (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid. This form is recognized for its enhanced stability and water solubility compared to traditional folic acid.
Folate is essential for DNA synthesis, proper cell division, and overall cardiovascular, mental, and emotional well-being. Adequate folate intake is particularly important during periods of rapid growth, such as pregnancy and fetal development, as it supports healthy brain and spinal formation in the developing fetus.
Each bottle contains 60 vegetarian capsules, with a recommended dosage of one capsule daily, preferably between meals, or as directed by a healthcare professional. This supplement is vegan, non-GMO, and gluten-free, aligning with various dietary preferences and needs.
Supplement Overview
Folate vs Folic Acid
Folate is the natural form of vitamin B9 found in foods like leafy greens, beans, and live while folic acid is the synthetic form used in supplements and fortified foods (like cereals and bread).
The Absorption Issue
Some women have a genetic variation in a gene called MTHFR (methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase). This gene is responsible for converting folic acid into the active form of B9 that the body can use—5-MTHF (5-methyltetrahydrofolate).
Here's how it works:
Folic acid must go through several steps, including a key conversion by the MTHFR enzyme, to become active 5-MTHF. If a woman has a MTHFR mutation, especially C677T or A1298C, this process becomes less efficient or impaired, meaning folic acid isn't converted properly, and the body can't use it effectively.
On the other hand:
Folate (especially in the form of methylfolate, the already-active form) bypasses this step. That means everyone, even those with MTHFR mutations, can absorb and use folate/methylfolate.
Why it matters:
Women with MTHFR mutations who rely on folic acid may not get enough usable folate, which is critical during pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects. That’s why some prenatal supplements use methylfolate instead of folic acid—it works for everyone, regardless of genetics.
More Information
Suggested use:
Adult use: Take 1 capsule daily preferably between meals, or as recommended by a nutritionally-informed physician.
Package Quantity:
60 Count & 90 Count
Expiry Date:
Our current stock batch expires in October, 2026.
Ingredient:
Doctor's Best Fully Active Folate 800 is formulated with the following ingredients:
- Folate: 800 mcg of folate as (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, glucosamine salt (Quatrefolic®), which is 200% of the Daily Value for adults and 133% for pregnant and lactating women.
Other Ingredients:
- Microcrystalline cellulose (used as a bulking agent).
- Hypromellose (vegetarian capsule).
Quatrefolic® is a patented, bioavailable form of folate that is readily utilized by the body.
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