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I'm starting folic acid... which is the best kind to take or does it matter as long as its folic acid? the kind i have is 400 mg?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Folate (folic acid) is best: Over folic acid. Folate is methylated and thus easily absorbed by a population of people who have a genetic mutation called MTHFR. There is a B12 w/folate that melts under the tongue available. Peace and good health.

Answered 5/2/2016

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