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| B vitamins are used in the body
individually or in combination with enzymes to help release
energy from carbohydrates, fat, and protein. Vitamin B
coenzymes are crucial to the metabolic pathways that
generate the energy needed by every cell in the body.
Because they are co-dependent in their metabolic activities,
a deficiency of one B vitamin can affect optimal functioning
of organ systems throughout the body.
Folic acid (folate) is a member of the
B-complex family. It is found in abundance in leafy green
vegetables, but is often deficient in the standard American
diet. Folic acid participates in a coenzyme reaction that
synthesizes DNA needed for cell growth and new cell
formation and helps convert vitamin B12 to one of its
coenzyme forms.*
Folic acid provides the following health
benefits:
- Helps protect the chromosomes against
genetic damage.*
- Lowers damaging homocysteine levels.*
- Participates in the utilization of
sugar and amino acids.*
- Promotes healthier skin.*
- Helps maintain a healthy GI tract.*
A deficiency of folate can result in
impaired cell division and protein synthesis. With
diminished replacement of healthy red blood cells and
intestinal cells, anemia and a decline in GI tract function
ensue. The systemic need for folate increases in certain
disease states in which increased cell multiplication is
needed. Chronic use of medications such as aspirin and
antacids can interfere with the natural synthesis of folate.* |
| Supplement
Facts |
| Serving Size 1
capsule |
| Servings Per
Container 200 |
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Amount Per Serving |
Folic Acid
|
800 mcg |
|
Vitamin B12 |
300 mcg |
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Other ingredients: rice flour,
gelatin, water. |
| Contains yeast and
rice. This product contains NO milk, egg, fish,
peanuts, crustacean shellfish (lobster, crab,
shrimp), tree nuts, wheat, gluten, or corn. Contains
NO artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, or
preservatives. |
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| Dosage and
Use |
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Take one capsule daily with or
without food, or as recommended by a healthcare
practitioner. |
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| Caution |
| If you have a tendency to psychosis,
consult your doctor before taking Vitamin B12. A B12
deficiency with sub-acute combined degeneration of the
spinal cord may be masked by folic acid; always monitor B12
levels.* |
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Warnings |
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| Note |
| Healthful diets with adequate folate may
reduce a woman’s risk of having a child with a brain or
spinal cord defect. Women of childbearing age should consume
800 mcg of folate daily.* |
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