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For you, if you are interested in supporting cardiovascular health and brain function

The formula of Optimized Folate can:
  • Promote cardiovascular health

  • Support nervous system & cognitive health

  • Help maintain normal levels of homocysteine

  • Deliver 1700 mcg of the B vitamin folate

Maintaining normal levels of the metabolic byproduct homocysteine is associated with both cardiovascular and cognitive health. The B vitamin Optimized Folate can help maintain already healthy homocysteine levels.

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Product details:
Health benefits at a glance:

Folate is a member of the B-complex family as vitamin B9 and can promote heart and brain health. Optimized Folate offers 1700 mcg of folate in the form of 5-MTHF (L-methylfolate), which is the metabolically active form of folic acid. The formula is vegetarian, gluten-free, and non-GMO.

Why it works:

The vitamin B folate helps keep homocysteine levels within a healthy range. Homocysteine is a natural byproduct of metabolism, and maintaining normal levels is important for both cardiovascular and cognitive health.

The science behind the product:

Folate for homocysteine & heart health

Folate is essential for maintaining normal homocysteine levels. By helping to inhibit excess homocysteine, folate promotes healthy levels of this important cardiovascular health biomarker. (1)

5-MTHF, homocysteine levels & cognition

High homocysteine levels are linked to an increased risk of cognitive decline. Ensuring sufficient folate intake, especially in its active form 5-MTHF, is particularly important for maintaining brain health as we age. (2,3)

Flexible dosing alone or with B vitamins for enhanced effect

The recommended daily intake for folate is 400 mcg for most adults (non-pregnant). This folate supplement provides 1700 mcg of 5-MTHF. 

For added support, you can pair folate with vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin), vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5’-phosphate or pyridoxine HCl), and/or riboflavin (vitamin B2).

How to use:

Please take according to the dosage and use guidelines under supplement facts, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.

Serving size 1 vegetarian tablet

Amount per serving:

Folate [as (6S)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate, calcium salt] 1000 mcg†
†1700 mcg dietary folate equivalents (DFE)

Other ingredients: 

Microcrystalline cellulose, dicalcium phosphate, croscarmellose sodium, silica, vegetable stearate, stearic acid.
Non-GMO

Dosage and use:

Take one (1) tablet daily with food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.

Warnings:
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Do not exceed recommended dose.
  • Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.
  • If you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating, please consult your medical practitioner first.
  • A food supplement should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
  • Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

  1. Circulation. 2015;132(1):e6-e9.
  2. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry. 2012;27(6):592-600.
  3. Annual Review of Nutrition. 2016;36(1):211-239.

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