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I am currently taking stella active folate. is active folate the same as folic acid? do i still need to take folic acid in preparation to getting pregnant or is active folate good enough?
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Folate: The stell active folate is a form of folate (Folic Acid) that is reported to be more bioavailable. It contains 500 mcg of Folate. However 600 mcg per day is recommended during pregnancy & 400 mcg to 800 mcg per day in women who may become pregnant.
Answered 3/22/2022
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