Optimized Folate Flashcards

1
Q

What type of folate do we offer and for what reason?

A
  • Active

- For quick effect

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2
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What is the product number for Optimized Folate?

A

01939

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3
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What form of folate does Optimized Folate offer?

A

-Biologically active form

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4
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Folate is the form of vitamin B primarily found in what?

A

Food

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5
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Once we consume folate from our food (or supplements), our bodies must turn it into the active form called:

A

methyltetrahydrofolate (MTHF) before our bodies can use it.

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Why would we take the active form of folate?

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Because our bodies much turn folate into MTHR before our body can use it – so instead of waiting on the cody to convert it, why not just take the active form so it is ready to use?

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What are a few reasons our body needs active folate?

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-1.) . MHTF (this active form) is needed to replicate our DNA

  • 2.)-Needed to make our “feel good” neurotransmitters serotonin & dopamine
  • 3.) Needed to protect our arteries from damaging homeosysteine
  • 4.) Needed for red blood cell replication
  • 5.) Support detoxification
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Optimized folate is ideal for who and support what 4 things?

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Adults that are genetically slow ate making MTHF and looking for support:

  • mood
  • cardiovasular health
  • red blood cell numbers
  • detoxification
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