When a baby is conceived, they inherit 2 copies of every gene; one from each parent. MTHFR is the name of one such gene out of a genetic code of thousands. The gene codes for an enzyme called “methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase”, which is responsible for the conversion … Read more
At least two-thirds of American adults consume alcohol and about 5% suffer from chronic alcohol addiction [1]. There is, of course, a vast spectrum of consumption, and as each of us has a unique body and metabolism, the line between use and abuse may look different … Read more
Are you debating which supplement to purchase? L-Methylfolate vs folic acid? Or wondering why supplements containing l-methylfolate (vs folic acid) carry a much higher price tag? We’ve got the answers you’re looking for.
Vitamin B-9 is a water-soluble, essential nutrient which occurs … Read more
Understanding the potency and nutritional value of our supplements is confusing when different brands use different units of measurement on their labels. Certain nutrients are measured differently, based on the recommended daily intake and how well each form is absorbed. Folate DFE is one of those … Read more
Folate is an essential nutrient, meaning it must be consumed from the diet. But what foods are high in folate?
It can be found naturally in some foods (such as spinach, asparagus, beans, and citrus fruits) and in fortified foods that contain the synthetic form of … Read more
