Folate
Folate supports healthy cell growth, red blood cells, and prenatal wellness.
- prenatal
- blood health
- cell growth
- b vitamins
Key benefits
- Supports healthy cell division
- Helps red blood cell production
- Supports prenatal nutrition
What it helps with
- cell growth
- blood health
- prenatal support
- energy support
Common deficiency signs
- fatigue
- irritability
- weakness
- poor red blood cell status
Food sources
- leafy greens
- lentils
- asparagus
- avocado
- fortified grains
Who may benefit
- people planning pregnancy
- pregnant women
- those with low leafy green intake
- people supporting blood health
Goal-based guidance
How Folate fits into wellness goals
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Common questions about Folate
What is folate used for?
Folate helps support cell growth, red blood cell production, and prenatal nutrition.
Is folate the same as folic acid?
Folate is the natural form of Vitamin B9 found in foods, while folic acid is the synthetic form commonly used in supplements and fortified foods.
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