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I just bought folic acid (800 mcg), b-50, and biotin (1000 mcg). how and when to take these vitamins and with what foods/drinks?

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Dr. Su Fairchild answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Depends: Many vitamins are best absorbed with a meal. Make sure the Folic Acid is an active form. L methylfolate or metafolin is best.

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Answered 6/25/2014

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