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RN Labs Folinic Acid 500 mcg, 120 capsules; source front label and proportions match on a beige stone platform
Folinic acid (MTHFR-friendly folate)
RN Labs

Folinic acid (MTHFR-friendly folate)

Provides folinic acid (5-formyltetrahydrofolate), an active folate form that bypasses the MTHFR enzyme without directly introducing methyl groups. Supports DNA synthesis, methylation and red blood cell production.

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RN Labs Folinic Acid 120 capsules

Folinic acid is a pure and hypoallergenic source of metabolically active, yet unmethylated and therefore less over-stimulating form of folate. Providing a gentle and invaluable basis to folate supplementation for a broad range of clinical applications.

Folinic acid readily converts to methylfolate without delivering excess external methyl groups

Folinic acid demonstrates greater metabolic activity than folic acid as a source of folate, with reduced potential for side effects

Contributes to the normal growth of the foetus during pregnancy

May support normal stress and cognitive function through healthy neurotransmitter production

Supports the healthy formation and maturation of red blood cells

Supports the synthesis and repair of DNA and normal cellular division

Plays an important role in supporting methylation reactions

Supports normal, healthy cardiovascular function, and improves vascular endothelial function

Per bottle: 120 capsules

Product Education: Active Form. Oral folates are available in a number of supplemental forms. Administration of the folinic acid form bypasses the deconjugation and reduction steps required for the synthetic form, folic acid. Folinic acid subsequently appears to be a more metabolically active form of folate than folic acid, capable of supporting levels of the coenzyme forms of the vitamin in circumstances where folic acid has little to no effect. Additionally, folinic acid, as an active but unmethylated form of folate, may be bettertolerated by certain individuals with impediments to folate and methylation metabolism(including those with MTHFR polymorphisms) if taken in appropriate doses.

Why Folinic Acid over Folic Acid?In conditions where folate is required, the potentially superior benefits of Folinic Acidsupplementation as a safe, well tolerated and affordable form of folate, may often beoverlooked. Folinic Acid is well utilised as an immediate precursor to 5, 10-Methylenetetrahydrofolate, the step just prior to the formation of 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF). Oral administration of Folinic Acid therefore bypasses the deconjugation and reduction steps required for the conversion of Folic Acid to 5-MTHF. Additionally it has been suggested that Folinic Acid might cross the blood brain barrier since reduced folates are actively transported into the brain, whereas Folic Acid on the other hand is poorly transported to the brain and rapidly cleared from the Central Nervous System.

Pure & Free From:This product does NOT contain wheat, gluten, dairy, lactose, egg, corn, yeast, soy, artificial colours, artificial sweeteners, or artificial flavours. This product also does not contain synthetic preservatives, stearate lubricants and other commonly detrimental excipients.

Warnings Medication Interactions: The activity of folinic acid may affect, or be affected by, the presence of certain medications, including anti

What's in it 1 active ingredient

Folinic acid (5-formyl-THF / Calcium folinate)

Active folate — non-methylating precursor

Included

Active folate bypassing MTHFR. Converts to methylfolate in the body at a demand-regulated rate. Preferred for methyl-sensitive individuals and as a gentler methylation support.
How to take it
As directed by your practitioner. Dosing varies by clinical application.
Warnings and important information
Do not use folinic acid in place of methylfolate when treating neural tube defect prevention without practitioner guidance. Dietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
Always read the label and follow directions for use. Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate. If symptoms persist, consult a healthcare professional.

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